In a bid to make housing more accessible to Kenyans, the government has outlined a simple and straightforward process for applying for affordable housing units.
The process, which involves registering on the Boma Yangu website or through a USSD code, is part of the government’s efforts to provide decent and affordable housing to thousands of Kenyans.
To apply for affordable housing, interested individuals can register on the Boma Yangu website at www.bomayangu.go.ke or dial *832#.
Applicants must be Kenyan citizens, aged 18 and above, and possess a valid ID, KRA PIN, and Tax Compliance Certificate.
Once registered, applicants can browse through available projects and select their preferred unit. The deposit for the unit is as low as 10% of the total cost.
The government’s Affordable Housing Programme is a flagship project aimed at addressing the country’s housing deficit, which stands at over 2 million units.
The programme seeks to provide affordable housing options to Kenyans, particularly those in the low- and middle-income brackets.
One of the projects under the Affordable Housing Programme is the Kapsuswa Affordable Housing Project in Soy Constituency, Uasin Gishu County.
The project comprises 220 units across 9 residential blocks, offering a diverse range of housing options to cater to different needs and preferences.
The project features 60 studios, 40 one-bedroom, 100 two-bedroom, and 20 three-bedroom units.The project is expected to have a positive impact on the lives of thousands of Kenyans, particularly those in the low- and middle-income brackets.
By providing affordable housing options, the government aims to reduce the housing deficit in the country, which has been a major challenge for many years.
The Kapsuswa Affordable Housing Project is also expected to boost economic growth in the region, create jobs, and stimulate economic activity.
The project has been welcomed by residents of Uasin Gishu County, who have been eagerly waiting for the government to deliver on its promise of affordable housing.
As the government continues to roll out the Affordable Housing Programme across the country, statistics show that Uasin Gishu County, where the Kapsuswa project is located, has a significant housing deficit.
According to the 2019 Kenya Population and Housing Census, Uasin Gishu County has a population of approximately 1.1 million people, with a housing deficit of over 40,000 units.
Nationally, Kenya’s housing deficit stands at over 2 million units, with the majority of Kenyans living in informal settlements or slums.
According to the World Bank, Kenya’s urban population is expected to grow by 40% by 2030, putting pressure on the government’s ability to provide affordable housing.
Some of the key statistics on affordable housing in Kenya and Uasin Gishu County include:* Kenya’s housing deficit: 2.2 million units (Source: Ministry of Housing and Urban Development, 2020)* Uasin Gishu County’s housing deficit: 40,000 units (Source: Kenya Population and Housing Census, 2019)* Percentage of Kenyans living in informal settlements: 35% (Source: World Bank, 2020)* Kenya’s urban population growth rate: 4.2% per annum (Source: World Bank, 2020)* Number of affordable housing units to be built in Kenya by 2022: 100,000 units (Source: Ministry of Housing and Urban Development, 2020).
In Uasin Gishu County, the need for affordable housing is particularly pressing, with many residents struggling to access decent and affordable housing.
The county has a housing stock of approximately 220,000 units, with a significant proportion of these units being informal or unplanned.The launch of the Kapsuswa Affordable Housing Project is a significant step towards addressing the housing deficit in Uasin Gishu County and Kenya as a whole.
With the government committed to delivering on its promise of affordable housing, Kenyans can look forward to a brighter future, with access to decent and affordable housing within their reach.
