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Land speculators burn their fingers in Kiambu

Alma Estate is an upcoming part of Ruaka fast growing area on 04/02/2019. [Jenipher Wachie, Standard]

The chickens have come home to roost for property owners in Kiambu County.

After years of speculative buying and hoarding, investors have found themselves stuck with vast parcels but no buyers to match their exaggerated prices.

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