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‘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
Billions drained in State House spending spree
National
By Prestone Murunga
3 hrs ago
Sifuna is changing Kenyan politics from all corners
Opinion
By Faith Wekesa
3 hrs ago
What Kenya should do to gain fully from duty China duty-free trade
Opinion
By John Karanja Kevin Wanjala Shadrack Mwatu and Elsie Siringo
3 hrs ago
Resurgent ethnic nationalism a threat to democracy
Opinion
By Leonard Khafafa
3 hrs ago
Small traders oppose KRA's planned 28pc customs hike
Enterprise
By John Maina
3 hrs ago