A recent dashcam-style video has brought widespread attention to Northlands City, a large-scale real estate project linked to the Kenyatta family. The footage, shared on social media on July 31, 2026, offers a rare glimpse into the development’s well-maintained roads, palm-lined streets, and modern apartment complexes.
Located on Nairobi’s outskirts, Northlands City is a mixed-use estate combining residential, commercial, and recreational areas. Its design and finish have drawn comparisons to upscale global developments, setting it apart from typical urban neighbourhoods in Kenya’s capital.
Public Reaction
The video quickly went viral on platforms like X, eliciting a range of responses from Kenyan users. Many expressed admiration for the project’s quality, while others used it to highlight the stark contrast with the widespread housing challenges faced by most Nairobi residents.
- @Harrkejdj commented on economic inequality, noting that better income sources would enable more people to afford such homes.
- @josephmalu18052 expressed aspirations to own a house in Northlands City.
- @kiruichalz criticized political endorsements of slum living, advocating for equal housing opportunities.
- @colmanwainga1 lamented governance issues that prevent widespread access to quality housing.
- @mziqi_ bluntly stated that financial means determine access to such developments.
About Northlands City
Northlands City is considered a flagship project by the Kenyatta family, aiming to deliver a high standard of living through integrated urban planning. The estate’s development reflects a growing trend towards creating sustainable and attractive environments outside Nairobi’s congested core.
