On Wednesday, police went to Mukuru kwa Njenga to remove residents from their homes. This happened just one day after President William Ruto opened 1,080 affordable housing units in the area.
Many people are worried about possible fights since the Mukuru Social Justice Centre has said that tensions are rising.
On Tuesday, May 20, President Ruto handed over the first homes in the Mukuru Social Housing Project, which covers 56 acres. He called this event an important moment in his career.
This project is part of the government’s Affordable Housing Programme, and the goal is to build 13,248 homes to change the slum into a better area.
However, some residents in a different part of the slum might be forced to move to make space for more housing units, according to a report from Kenyans.co.ke.
Locals feel confused and frustrated. Some are asking if the affordable housing plan has a clear way to help those who will be displaced.
The situation is tense as authorities continue with the evictions, and more news is expected soon.
Heavy police presence in Mukuru kwa Njenga ahead of planned evictions, a day after the launch of the Affordable Housing project by President William Ruto.
— The Eastleigh Voice (@Eastleighvoice) May 21, 2025
Mukuru Social Justice Centre warns of possible confrontations. pic.twitter.com/gzRH11ne2i
