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Serviced apartments overtake hotels in occupancy, revenue
Demand for serviced apartments has surpassed that of hotels in Nairobi, a new survey by Cytonn Investments shows.
By David Nguthuri 9 years ago
Serviced apartments overtake hotels in occupancy, revenue
‘Fundis’ shortage spoils party for construction sector
According to the Kenya National Bureau of Statistics Economic Survey 2016, the building and construction industry in Kenya has witnessed rapid growth, registering a 13.6 per cent demand of a skilled labour force.
By David Nguthuri 9 years ago
‘Fundis’ shortage spoils party for construction sector
Things looking up for hopeful home buyers
For over a year now, housing indices have been reporting a stagnation in prices for high end homes. At the same time prime rental yields have also dropped slightly.
By David Nguthuri 9 years ago
Things looking up for hopeful home buyers
Three projects of 2016 that will become landmarks
Real estate has continued attracting billion-shilling developments and as we enter the third quarter of the year, we look back at three projects that promise to stand out.
By David Nguthuri 9 years ago
Three projects of 2016 that will become landmarks
When buying a home off-plan is a frustrating option
Five years ago, John Mwenda decided to own a home and bought a three-bedroom house off-plan in Syokimau. Today, he and his fellow homeowners are a frustrated lot.
By David Nguthuri 9 years ago
When buying a home off-plan is a frustrating option
How to move a TV stand
A stand with wheels allows the TV to be easily turned around, especially if one wants to optimise the viewing position to reduce the glare. When transferring the TV between rooms, a mobile stand makes your work easier.
By David Nguthuri 9 years ago
How to move a TV stand
Inside Jomo Kenyatta’s mausoleum
Mzee Jomo Kenyatta’s mausoleum is among the few architectural masterpieces that are rarely open to the public.
By David Nguthuri 9 years ago
Inside Jomo Kenyatta’s mausoleum
Questionable SGR: Inside William Ruto's most expensive project
Business
By Macharia Kamau and Ndungu Gachane
5 hrs ago
Kirima children sue stepmother in fresh dispute over his wealth
Crime and Justice
By Kamau Muthoni
5 hrs ago
Broiler farming: How farmers can profit from meat chicken keeping
Smart Harvest
By Watsson Messo
5 hrs ago
ODM fallout: Delegates meet to seal Sifuna's SG fate
Politics
By Ndung’u Gachane
5 hrs ago
From Kigali to Nairobi, Equity Bank hit by a string of heists
Crime and Justice
By David Odongo
5 hrs ago
Passenger plane veers off runway at Wilson Airport
National
By Esther Nyambura
5 hrs ago