By Joshua Ochieng
Efforts to fast-track land ownership documentation for residents in informal settlements gained momentum on the second day of a high-level workshop under the Second Kenya Informal Settlements Improvement Project in Naivasha, Nakuru County.
By Dr Felix Mutua and Sally Lessas
In a landmark move toward modernizing urban development, the State Department for Housing and Urban Development, in collaboration with the Second Kenya Informal Settlements Improvement Project (KISIP2), is set to unveil the Kenya Slum Management Information System (KeSMIS) — an AI-powered, web and mobile-based platform poised to transform how Kenya manages and upgrades slums and informal settlements.
By Murimi Mutiga
In the heart of Kirinyaga County, a quiet revolution is unfolding—one that addresses the lingering scars of colonialism through the simple yet profound act of granting land titles.
The County Government, in partnership with the State Department for Housing and Urban Development, through the Second Kenya Informal Settlements Improvement Project (KISIP 2), recently initiated land tenure regularization for 11 colonial-era villages.
By Lena Juma and Martin Musembi
In the heart of Kenya’s Central Highlands, where the slopes of Mount Kenya cradle the counties of Kirinyaga, Meru, Tharaka Nithi, and Nyeri, the Second Kenya Informal Settlements Improvement Project (KISIP2) is transforming lives - one community at a time.
Through KISIP2’s interventions—land tenure security, improved infrastructure, and community-driven development—these regions are not just seeing physical upgrades but also the rekindling of dreams for families.
By Edson Moreno and Thomas Nyamwaro
The Urban Fabric Initiative (UFI), a key component of the Second Kenya Informal Settlements Improvement Project (KISIP2), is poised to revolutionize living conditions in vulnerable urban areas.
Backed by the Agence Française de Développement (AFD), this program seeks to reimagine informal settlements by creating inclusive, functional public spaces. By uniting county governments, local residents, contracting bodies, and urban experts, UFI focuses on neighborhood-level developments that address everyday needs.
By Christine Achieng, Patrick Laibuta and Blanton Gitau
By Enock Maroa
In the heart of Limuru town, Kiambu County, where the cool highland air carries whispers of change, the residents of Misri Informal Settlement gathered under a fading afternoon sun. It was no ordinary day in this bustling yet often overlooked community. Laughter mingled with the hum of machinery as workers hoisted towering masts into the sky. For the first time in years, hope flickered brighter than the encroaching dusk.
By Gladys Juma and Gertrude Mbogo
A 2018 World Bank publication, "Community Primer," emphasizes that successful community implementation requires sustained communication with government agencies. It states: "The more discussions you have, the greater the levels of self-disclosure, the stronger the relationships, and the higher the volume of information sharing critical in ensuring community involvement in all key matters."
By Lilian Nyambura and Lucy Ndeti
In a heartening boost for young Kenyans in underserved communities, the Second Kenya Informal Settlements Improvement Project (KISIP2) and the National Youth Opportunities Towards Advancement (NYOTA) initiative have joined forces to roll out comprehensive skills development programs.
This collaboration, under KISIP2's Component 2 on Socio-Economic Inclusion Planning, is set to equip youth with vital employability skills and sustainable livelihood opportunities, paving the way for brighter futures.
A team from the Second Kenya Informal Settlements Improvement Project (KISIP2), the World Bank and Baringo County, today convened a critical consultative meeting to address challenges surrounding the approved Local Physical and Land Use Development Plan (LPLUDP) for Katorong'ot Informal Settlement in Baringo County.
The meeting focused on aligning the plan with project goals, addressing implementation challenges, and charting a collaborative way forward.
