Fidelis Daicy
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No eTIMS, No Project: How KRA's New Tax Rules Are Threatening Kenya's Construction Sites
Construction firms across Kenya are struggling with rigid new tax validation rules as the tax authority begins disallowing non-electronic invoices for essential building materials and casual site labour.
PwC Takes Over as KOKO Networks Enters Administration
KOKO Networks enters administration with PwC in control after carbon credit and ethanol supply issues. It threatens Kenya's clean cooking sector and urban housing for 1.3 million households
Court Halts Naivasha Affordable Housing Project Over Stadium Land Dispute
Court halts Naivasha Affordable Housing Project over stadium land dispute. Conservatory orders suspend work on donated public site due to zoning violations and lack of participation.
Beyond the Loan: What the Women Entrepreneurs Finance Code Means for Women in Construction
The Women Entrepreneurs Finance Code is transforming how women in the building sector access capital. By moving beyond basic loans toward systemic changes like leadership accountability and flexible collateral, the initiative ensures that women-led firms in construction and real estate can secure the long term support they need to thrive.
A Construction Timeline Unveiled for Kenya's Regional Hub
The JKIA Mega-Overhaul is a flagship project by the GDU and KAA, set to position Kenya as a "first-class economy by 2050" by modernizing its aviation infrastructure. The strict timeline includes installing new boarding equipment by June 2026, completing the critical 4.8-kilometre new runway by June 2027, and finishing the world-class passenger terminal by 2029.
Why Wood Reigns Supreme in Concrete Formwork
Wood remains the top choice for formwork thanks to its versatility, light weight, strength, and cost-effectiveness, making it ideal for modern concrete construction.
Why Every Construction Handshake Needs a Contract
Learn why working without a formal contract is a "silent mistake" that risks your peace, payment, and professionalism. Get essential tips on defining scope and value.
KeRRA-Kiambu Partnership Kicks Off Total Rebirth of Ruiru's Critical Rainbow-Juja Farm Road
The reconstruction of the 27-km Rainbow-Juja Farm Road has started, fixing a poorly maintained route in Ruiru Sub-County. This government partnership aims to deliver a high-standard road to spur development in construction and real estate. The completed road will significantly ease traffic and unlock economic potential for residents and businesses.
Major Road and Flagship Projects Redefining Development in Eastern Kenya
The national and county governments are sparking a construction surge in Makueni and Kitui, led by the Tawa–Nguluni–Itangini Road upgrade. Other major projects include the State Lodge, Airstrip, and Ithookwe Stadium.