Mukuru Residents Protest Unfair Housing Allocation

Mukuru Affordable Housing: Residents Protest Unfair Distribution Mukuru, Kenya—Residents of Mukuru, a large informal settlement in Nairobi, staged a protest on May 21, 2025, expressing their outrage over the allocation of affordable housing units under a government initiative. The residents claim the selection process lacked transparency and favored individuals who did not meet the criteria. "The government is not following the law," stated one resident, speaking to a reporter amidst the protest. "They've put the law above the trees, ignoring the needs of those who've lived here for years." The video shows residents gathered, visibly upset, with a banner reading "Boma Yangu New Mukuru Housing Estate." Their anger is palpable as they describe feeling overlooked despite their long-term residence in Mukuru. Another resident added, "We haven't been counted, we haven't been considered. No one has explained anything to us." The protest highlights the ongoing struggle for equitable access to affordable housing in Kenya's rapidly growing urban areas. The government's response to the residents' concerns remains awaited. The event underscores the need for greater transparency and accountability in social programs aimed at improving the lives of vulnerable populations.