Government Builds 840-Unit Student Hostels at Alupe University

The national government has advanced the construction of two modern hostel blocks at Alupe University in Busia County under the Affordable Housing Programme (AHP).

The project will deliver 840 housing units designed to accommodate over 2,000 university students. Principal Secretary for Internal Security and National Administration, Dr. Raymond Omollo, confirmed the development progress following budgetary allocations toward student infrastructure.

Education received the largest financial share in the 2026/27 National Budget. National policy under the Bottom-Up Economic Transformation Agenda (BETA) has prioritised learning facilities, targeting accommodation challenges facing public universities across the country.

Rising university enrollments have placed severe strain on available housing nationwide. The new development seeks to address this shortfall by offering safe, affordable, and convenient living spaces directly within the institution's main campus parameters.

The architectural layout includes studio, double, and quad-room configurations. To support daily living requirements, the facilities feature shared kitchens, laundry areas, lifts, and essential utility infrastructure designed for high-density residential use.

Site activities have generated direct employment, engaging hundreds of local construction workers throughout the structural phases. Local suppliers and service providers have also recorded increased commercial activity linked to ongoing civil works.

Siting student accommodation closer to core academic facilities reduces daily transport expenses and living costs for campus residents. University management and local administration expect the proximity to improve student welfare and academic engagement significantly.

To guarantee campus security, the State Department for Interior and National Administration (SDINA) maintains joint oversight with university officials and local security organs. The collaborative framework focuses on securing the construction site and establishing long-term safety protocols for future residents.