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Built to last: How to design cities that serve generations the Abu Dhabi way

Retrofitting cities means upgrading existing buildings, infrastructure and systems to be more sustainable, efficient, resilient and healthier.
By James Wanzala 2026-01-15 09:00:00
They have also described the statement as alarming and could cause unnecessary panic to Kenyans.
By Irene Githinji 2026-01-15 00:00:00
Professional associations in the built environment have painted a grim picture of construction safety in Nairobi, warning that only 15 per cent of buildings in the city are structurally safe.
By Jacinta Mutura 2026-01-09 00:00:00
Due to the nature of a majority of Kenyans’ incomes – which is largely below Sh100,000 – its easier if loans are issued to joint accounts which would make many afford mortgages.
By Graham Kajilwa 2026-01-08 08:00:00
Amid an aggressive plan by the government to build houses, behind the curtain, job seekers in the built environment are getting a cold reception from the sector that is outwardly thriving. 
By Graham Kajilwa 2026-01-08 08:00:00
As investigations into the collapsed building in South C intensify, the project’s architect has exposed a pattern of developer-driven failures that point to impunity and disregard for safety.
By Jacinta Mutura 2026-01-08 07:00:00
Beyoncé and Jay Z own seven properties worth $500 million (Sh64.4 billion), making them the biggest celebrity investors in real estate.
By James Wanzala 2025-12-25 08:32:00
The programmes listed for the community include expanding schools and building new ones.
By Boniface Gikandi 2025-12-25 07:50:00
This shift is occurring at a time when the national economy is undergoing a recalibration.
By Amos Kiarie 2025-12-25 07:05:00
If this was the joy every Kenyan low-income earner would experience in the coming days, optimists concluded, it was worth the wait.
By Peter Theuri 2025-12-25 07:00:00
They said the estate is a low density and controlled development one, where highrise developments are not allowed.
By James Wanzala 2025-12-25 06:00:00
Nairobi County recorded the lowest earnings from building plan approvals between January to October this year, underscoring reduced construction in the city.
By James Wanzala 2025-12-18 09:00:00