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Government advocates for 'Buy Kenya-Build Kenya' at construction expo

Some of the participants during the Big 5 Construct Expo at Sarit Centre. [Courtesy]

The government has reiterated its commitment to a multi-faceted approach aimed at accelerating the adoption of sustainable construction practices, driving innovation, and making green housing more accessible and affordable.

Speaking at the Big5 Construct Kenya exhibition in Nairobi, Public Works Principal Secretary Joel Arumonyang emphasised that this approach would ensure industry regulators, including agencies such as the National Construction Authority (NCA), continually update existing building codes and regulations to incorporate sustainability and energy efficiency standards, while also enforcing compliance through certifications for green housing.

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