Tag: Affordable Housing
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Court Halts Southlands Affordable Housing Project in Lang’ata Week After Protests Led by Jalang’o
Judicial Stop Comes After a Week of Protests The Environment and Land Court has temporarily halted the construction of the Southlands Affordable Housing Project in Lang’ata, a week after public demonstrations drew attention to the plan. The ruling, issued on December 11, marks a significant pause in a project championed as a solution to housing…
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Court Halts Southlands Affordable Housing Project in Lang’ata Weeks After Protests Led by Jalang’o
Overview: Court Stops Southlands Project The Environment and Land Court has issued a halt order on construction of the Southlands Affordable Housing Project in Lang’ata, a move that effectively pauses development just weeks after widespread public demonstrations. The decision, dated December 11, follows a petition filed by Busia Senator Okiya Omtatah, who challenged the legality…
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Court Halts Southlands Affordable Housing Project in Lang’ata Week After Protests Led by Jalang’o
Background: A Bold Housing Plan Faces Legal Obstacles The Environment and Land Court in Kenya has issued an order halting construction on the Southlands Affordable Housing Project in Lang’ata, Nairobi, less than two weeks after residents began protesting the plan. The ruling, dated December 11, follows a petition filed by Busia Senator Okiya Omtatah challenging…
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TDs Call Out Dáil Stunt as Children in Homelessness Highlighted in Christmas Art
Raising the Issue in the Dáil In a session marked by procedural debates and party point-scoring, Social Democrats TD Rory Hearne drew attention to the country’s child homelessness crisis by presenting a striking piece of art in the Dáil chamber. The artwork, created to spotlight the record number of children without stable housing this Christmas,…
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Vacant upscale north Toronto homes could house low-income families: advocates press plan
Introduction: A bold housing idea takes center stage In Toronto’s high-income enclave of north Toronto, a novel proposal has emerged: transform 10 vacant, upscale houses into temporary homes for low-income families. The plan is spearheaded by a well-known commercial real estate developer known for philanthropy, a ratepayers association, and a local refugee shelter. While the…
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LSK Takes Makongeni Evictions to Court, Calls for Halt on Demolitions
LSK Taps the Courts Over Makongeni Evictions The Law Society of Kenya (LSK) has signaled a legal challenge to the government’s plan to demolish parts of Makongeni Estate as part of a broader push to create new affordable housing. In a bold move aimed at protecting residents and ensuring due process, LSK has urged authorities…
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LSK Moves to Court Over Makongeni Estate Evictions: Calls for Suspension of Demolitions
LSK Seeks Legal Intervention Over Makongeni Estate Evictions The Law Society of Kenya (LSK) has escalated its concerns surrounding the planned demolitions at Makongeni Estate, arguing that the process could displace tens of thousands of residents and undermine access to affordable housing. The group has announced intentions to head to court in a bid to…
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LSK Heads to Court Over Makongeni Estate Evictions
LSK Takes Legal Route to Pause Makongeni Demolitions The Law Society of Kenya (LSK) has announced plans to pursue legal action in response to government demolition plans at Makongeni Estate. The move seeks to suspend ongoing and upcoming evictions that are part of a broader project to pave the way for new affordable housing developments.…
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Habitat for Humanity Helps 3 Million People Build or Improve Homes This Year
A Year of Impact: 3 Million Homes, 3 Million Futures Habitat for Humanity reports a landmark achievement: more than 3 million people were helped to build or improve a place to call home in the past year. This enormous milestone underscores a practical and hopeful approach to housing that links shelter to health, education, and…
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Habitat for Humanity Surpasses 3 Million People Helped Build or Improve Homes in a Year
Over a Million Lives Touched by Affordable Housing Since Last Year Habitat for Humanity has announced a remarkable milestone: more than 3 million people globally benefited from programs to build or improve a place to call home during the past year. The organization highlighted that healthier homes aren’t just about shelter; they’re about safety, stability,…