Property developers, investors and urban planning professionals gathered in Nairobi on October 29 for the Kenya Property Developers Association’s 20th annual conference.
The event brought together industry stakeholders to discuss the future of Kenya’s property sector, with discussions focusing on real estate financing, urban planning, institutional investment and regulatory frameworks.
The conference marked 20 years since the establishment of the Kenya Property Developers Association in 2006.
One of the key discussion areas was the role of institutional capital in supporting property development.
Participants examined how Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs), pension funds and mortgage refinancing mechanisms could improve access to financing for residential, commercial and industrial developments.
The conference also considered the growing importance of secondary cities in Kenya’s property market.
As urban populations expand beyond Nairobi, towns such as Nakuru, Eldoret, Kisumu and Mombasa are attracting attention from developers looking for new investment opportunities.
Improved infrastructure, population growth and commercial expansion are expected to influence future property development patterns.
The discussions highlight the importance of sustainable urban planning and innovative financing in supporting Kenya’s long-term real estate growth.
Source: Kenya Property Developers Association 20th Annual Conference – MjengoHub