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Mosiria, Wetang’ula plot affordable housing plan for Nairobi street families
12th August, 2026 04:04 PM
Affordable housing could offer a fresh pathway off the streets for vulnerable families in Nairobi following discussions between Nairobi City County’s customer engagement chief executive Geoffrey Mosiria and National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula.
Mosiria said the two discussed how government programmes, including the Affordable Housing Programme, could be used to support deserving street-connected families following rehabilitation.
In a statement shared on Wednesday, August 12, 2026, after the meeting, Mosiria said they explored the possibility of creating mechanisms through which rehabilitated families living and working on the streets could be considered for affordable housing.
The proposal would give vulnerable families an opportunity to rebuild their lives in a safe and dignified environment.
The discussions were held during a consultative meeting between Mosiria and Wetang’ula at the Speaker’s invitation, focusing on issues affecting Nairobi residents and the country at large.
Supporting Nairobi’s street families
A key issue during the meeting was the rising number of children and families living and working on the streets, particularly in Nairobi.
Mosiria said the discussions focused on a comprehensive approach that would go beyond simply removing families from the streets.
“We discussed the importance of rehabilitating and supporting street-connected families by providing access to shelter, education, healthcare, skills development and economic empowerment, while facilitating family reunification where possible,” he said.
Mosiria said affordable housing could form part of the broader rehabilitation and reintegration process for deserving families.
“Hon. Wetang’ula also highlighted the need to explore how government programmes, including the Affordable Housing Programme, can benefit vulnerable families living on the streets,” he said.
He added that the discussions centred on establishing appropriate mechanisms for rehabilitated families to access housing.
“We discussed the possibility of establishing appropriate mechanisms through which deserving and rehabilitated street-connected families can be considered for affordable housing, giving them an opportunity to rebuild their lives in a safe and dignified environment,” Mosiria said.
Discussion on healthcare
The meeting also focused on healthcare, particularly access to treatment for cancer patients and people living with chronic diseases.
Mosiria said they explored how the National Assembly could support legislation, financing and policy interventions to improve access to essential healthcare services.
“We also deliberated on access to healthcare, particularly the need to advance universal and affordable treatment for cancer patients and people living with other chronic diseases,” he said.
He said the discussions also considered ways of making essential treatment accessible to Kenyans regardless of their economic circumstances.
Wetang’ula commends Mosiria
During the meeting, Wetang’ula congratulated Mosiria for his work in serving Nairobi residents, particularly his efforts to engage citizens and respond to community concerns.
Mosiria said the Speaker also commended his efforts to champion initiatives aimed at improving the lives of vulnerable members of society.
“Hon. Wetang’ula also congratulated me for the work he has seen me undertaking in service to the people, particularly my efforts to engage citizens, respond to community concerns and champion initiatives aimed at improving the lives of vulnerable members of society,” Mosiria said.
He added that Wetang’ula commended his commitment to public service and the impact of his work as Nairobi City County’s customer engagement chief executive.
Youth empowerment and Vision 2060
The two also discussed youth empowerment, job creation, public institutions and service delivery, with a focus on creating opportunities for young Kenyans to contribute to economic growth.
The meeting further touched on Kenya’s long-term development ambitions and the role of different stakeholders in achieving Vision 2060.
Mosiria said sustained investment in education, healthcare, technology, innovation, infrastructure, agriculture, manufacturing and human capital would be key to achieving the vision.
“Achieving these aspirations will require strong institutions, accountable leadership, effective partnerships between the national and county governments, and meaningful participation by citizens,” he said.
Mosiria said Kenya’s transformation would require collaboration and purposeful leadership, with citizens playing an active role in shaping the country’s future.
