Affordable Housing in Kenya: Jason Horsey Speaks on How Unity Homes Is Setting New Quality Standards

In this section of the interview, Jason Horsey, Executive Director of Unity Homes, introduces the company’s unique approach to residential real estate development in Kenya and Nigeria. Founded in 2015, Unity Homes has delivered over 2,000 homes and is currently developing 1,500 more, primarily in Tatu City, Nairobi. Known for its strong reputation in affordable housing in Kenya, the company is now expanding into higher-end offerings while maintaining a deep commitment to quality construction and on-time delivery.

Unlike traditional real estate developers in Kenya, Unity Homes operates with a vertically integrated model—bringing architecture, engineering, quantity surveying, and construction all in-house. This enables them to maintain exceptional standards, with each unit undergoing over 2,000 individual quality checks and regular inspections by 15 dedicated quality control officers per site. Projects such as Unity West apartments, Unity East housing, and the ongoing Unity One development exemplify their rigorous attention to detail.

The company’s commitment to health and safety also sets it apart. After a past incident, Unity Homes recruited top-tier HSE expertise from the international oil and gas sector, implementing world-class safety protocols. This level of diligence and integrity is rare in real estate development in Nairobi, positioning Unity Homes as a leader in high-quality, affordable housing in Kenya.

Read the full interview here