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The recent Africa Climate Summit, jointly convened by the African Union and the Government of Kenya, served as a rallying point for leaders and stakeholders from across the continent to tackle the significant challenges presented by climate change. The theme of the event was “Driving green growth and climate finance solutions for Africa and the world.”One key takeaway from this summit is the...

A retirement plan where you are wealthy instead of struggling with financial constraints is a universal aspiration. While there are numerous investment avenues to explore, real estate stands out as a proven and reliable strategy for building and safeguarding wealth.In Kenya, a country known for its economic dynamism and vibrant real estate market, most people are yet to use this key to securing a...

Women empowerment comes in various forms. Investing is one of the main ways of financial growth and independence, but it comes with underlying risks. In recent years, Kenya has witnessed a significant rise in women breaking barriers and making a mark in various industries. Women are increasingly taking charge of their financial security. One investment area that stands out is the real estate sector where...

Despite economic challenges, the country has experienced steady GDP growth in recent years. However, factors such as the fading low base effect and severe droughts have impacted economic performance, leading to reduced loan demand and increased non-performing loans (NPLs). To address these challenges, Cooperatives must adopt a holistic approach to risk management. Here are key insights and actionable steps...

Technology Trends in Real Estate have been in development over time. The availability of portable technological devices has impacted different industries in Kenya and globally generally. Technology has advanced in many ways and it has revolutionized every industry including the real estate industry. Real estate technology called PropTech has transformed Real estate operations and selling. The goal of...

Affordable Housing in Kenya is the recent investment niche that caters to a large number of prospective and existing investors. Technology has enabled an end-to-end investment solution by providing the tools to respond to the needs in the real estate sector, hence the disruption. The biggest challenge has been financing because of limited resources, the cost involved with the building and acquisition of...

Have you ever received a phone call asking you to tell someone you know to pay their loan? Why? Probably because you were their loan guarantor for a particular instance in your membership. Loan guarantors make the lending system in a Sacco possible. The essence of guarantors in a Sacco is to manage the risk by spreading it to several members. Being a guarantor is committing to protect Sacco’s assets...

  It can be a tough sport for many when it comes to real estate because of the massive vocabulary used. We have compiled a list of important Real Estate terms for you so that you can be able to navigate through this industry. Lender- A lender is a financial institution or person that loans money to another party for the purpose of purchasing real estate. Mortgage- A mortgage is a loan that is...

Real estate is an opportunity for financial freedom but there is a lot of information around that might be misleading. The myths and misconceptions have been contributing to hesitance for people who are looking to invest.  Thorough market research is required before investing to prevent the knowledge you have acquired from being overshadowed by false perceptions in this sector.  Myth 1: You Need a...

According to Statista, Kenya's real estate sector grew by 6.1 percent in the first quarter of 2022. For the past two decades, the Kenyan real estate market has grown exponentially.   This growth can be attributed to the government’s investment in public infrastructure development projects and the real estate sector. We can see improved roads, railways, ports, and an upgrade of key...