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Why Diaspora dollars elude local real estate

By Mwangi Muiruri

Many Kenyans living abroad hope to return home to enjoy a better life, thanks to the investments they have made over time and continue to do. The lessons they learnt as young people of thrift, austerity and sacrifice has inspired many to save millions through blood and sweat.

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