Madison Life Assurance and HF Group have partnered to provide affordable financing options at VillaKazi Homes, a master-planned development in Athi River. VillaKazi Homes is a 100-acre mixed-use development featuring residential units and commercial centres that will be developed in four phases. HFC is providing affordable loans with a fixed interest rate of 9.5%. It will also handle project management, sales, and marketing. Plots start at Kshs 2.8 million, with financing of up to 70% available. “Potential homeowners have the option of buy and build their dream home and HF Group will finance the purchase of the plot and construction…
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Centum Real Estate has completed the handover of 24 luxury four-bedroom apartment units in phase two of its Loft Residence project at Two Rivers. All 24 four-bedroom units have been sold, ranging from Kshs 36.0 million to Kshs 52.0 million. The project was funded through a Kshs 3.0 billion bond issued by Centum Re. 21.0% of buyers utilized mortgage financing. https://khusoko.com/2023/02/20/centum-real-estate-first-phase-of-loft-residences-completed/
Tourism across the African continent has recovered almost to the pre-pandemic levels, according to data from the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO). International arrivals to the continent have recovered 92% of pre-pandemic visitors, compared to 84% world average, between January and September 2023. On a regional level, South African Tourism reports that international tourist arrivals from January to November 2023 increased by 51.8%, compared to the same period in 2022. In Kenya, this number grew by 35.4% in 2023, while Tanzania reported a 25.7% growth between January and August 2023. This recovery has also had a positive effect on the revenues of the…
When it comes to making the switch to electric bikes, it’s not just about riding with the wind in your hair or cruising through traffic jams with ease; it’s about making a smart, sustainable choice. Electric bikes have revolutionized urban mobility, and if you’re in Kenya, Spiro bikes have risen to the top, offering unbeatable efficiency, power, and affordability. But before you leap into the electric future, here are a few things to consider to ensure you make the best decision, with Spiro Kenya leading the pack. Battery Life and Range How Far Can You Go? One of the first…
Searching for Kratom shots in 2024 will not be such a challenge as it once was, and that is due to the increased availability of herbal extract Kratom in local shops as well as in online stores. Whether you are a regular user or about to try it for the first time, these compact, liquid, pre-measured shots are a very convenient way to take it with you. In case you are thinking of how one can go about finding kratom shots near me, there are several ways they can do that. Other than looking for shots in local shops and…
What requires more critical thought is that when one plans to buy best-selling kratom powder, particular attention should be directed toward the product quality they intend to purchase. It is fair to say that there are millions of products within the market, so the question is, what is the rationale behind buying quality powder online? Such products are highly regarded for quality, so one knows they are purchasing something reliable. Moreover, the leading brands are also known to be from reputable suppliers. So, there is always a buyer’s satisfaction with any transaction. However, if you are a seasoned user or…