Govt Targets Gigiri Land for Multi-Storey UN Diplomatic Office Block

Author: kenyans.co.kePublished on: April 28, 2026Country: Kenya

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Govt Targets Gigiri Land for Multi-Storey UN Diplomatic Office Block

The Kenyan government has initiated plans to acquire land in Gigiri for the construction of a multi-storey office block to host diplomatic missions to United Nations agencies. A notice issued on April 28 invites landowners to submit proposals for parcels measuring between 1 and 1.5 acres. The development aims to improve operational efficiency and strengthen Kenya's institutional presence within the UN system.

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