For James Munga, holding the keys to his new house in Elburgon is a dream come true.
As a beneficiary who applied for a two-bedroom house, he praised the initiative for making homeownership possible.
“In the beginning, I was hesitant and not sure if I should apply,” Munga said.
“But when I saw the project coming up, I didn’t waste time. Now I’m a new homeowner through Boma Yangu.”
He praised President William Ruto for fulfilling his pledge to provide decent and affordable housing, urging leaders to support such programs rather than politicize them.
Martha Maina, a public health assistant and now the proud owner of a studio unit, shared similar joy.
She said the rent-to-own model motivated her to register on the Boma Yangu platform, noting that the program gives Kenyans—especially young people—a chance to own homes early in life.
President William Ruto, on Monday, October 27, handed over keys to new homeowners, marking the third group of Kenyans to benefit from the government’s Affordable Housing Program.
The estate, which marks the third completed project under the Affordable Housing Program, comprises 220 housing units distributed across nine G+4 blocks, providing homes for an estimated 1,500 residents.
Creation of Jobs
Beyond housing, the project has transformed lives in the wider Elburgon community.
During construction, which began in September 2023, more than 1,000 locals were employed directly and indirectly, offering income opportunities for youth and women.
Local Jua Kali artisans were also engaged to make steel doors, windows, and rails — a move that linked small enterprises with government projects.
Also Read: Ruto Announces 4,000 Paid Internships Under Affordable Housing
Modern Amenities And Facilities at Elburgon
The estate features modern amenities, including parking spaces, green areas, garbage receptacles, walkways, security lights, an underground water tank, and a borehole to ensure a steady water supply.
According to Housing Principal Secretary Charles Hinga, the estate comprises 60 studio apartments, 20 one-bedroom units, 120 two-bedroom units, and 20 three-bedroom units, forming a sustainable, self-reliant neighborhood.
Built in partnership with Top Choice Surveillance Limited, the project reflects the government’s growing push to make homeownership accessible to ordinary Kenyans — one estate at a time.
How to Own a House
Registration for Boma Yangu is free and open to all Kenyan citizens aged 18 and above with a valid National ID.
To register, you must have an eCitizen account. You can sign up through the Boma Yangu web portal or by dialing *832# on your phone.
Once registered, fill in your personal details and housing preferences. Your information will be verified by relevant government agencies.
Activating Your Account
To activate your account, save at least Ksh 200.
After activation, you can save any amount, anytime, through:
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Mobile money (all networks)
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Credit or debit card
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Cash deposits at KCB, NCBA, or Cooperative Bank
Also Read: Affordable Housing Push Creates 330,000 Jobs, Injects Ksh 11B into Jua Kali and Small Businesses
Viewing and Selecting a Home
As a registered member, you can view all available housing projects, add favorites to your wishlist, and choose a preferred unit.
You’ll see how much deposit you need to save — 10% of the home’s value — to qualify for allocation.
You can save as often as you like; there’s no limit. If you wish to stop saving, refunds will be processed in accordance with the Housing Fund regulations and can be requested through the portal.
Allocation of Homes
When a project is completed, registered members will be notified to take part in the allocation process.
Allocation is done fairly and transparently, based on:
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When you reach the required deposit
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Family and social factors
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Demand for different housing types
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