The woman, who had invested years of hard work and bank loans into building the property, watched helplessly as it was torn down in a matter of hours.
In an emotional interview with Mutembei TV, the woman explained that she had started with a few rental units and later expanded them after borrowing loans from Equity Bank.
She expressed how much it meant to her, saying, "These are not small houses; I invested millions of shillings here."
The pain was clear in her voice as she continued, "Everything is gone in a single day. Do they want me to die? This is inhumane."
Fortunately, the woman had completed paying off her loans before the demolition, but the emotional toll of losing her investment was immense.
She recalled the long hours she spent planning and working to build her business, only to have it destroyed overnight.
The woman’s sentiments are shared by many residents of Kayole, where a recent wave of demolitions has left people feeling helpless.
Another incident in Nyamavilla involved an elderly woman who refused to leave her home, even as a bulldozer approached.
Despite the crowd's pleas, she stood her ground until her house was reduced to rubble.
The demolitions have sparked anger and confusion, especially among those who feel their properties were unfairly targeted.
Many people took to social media to express their frustration, questioning why some buildings were spared while others were demolished.
One person remarked, "Why are others not demolished? Unless there is a court order. It’s really sad."
These incidents reflect broader issues of land ownership and development in Nairobi.
As the city continues to grow, many residents face eviction or demolition without clear explanations or adequate compensation.
Nairobi's county government defends the demolitions as part of urban development efforts, such as creating affordable housing.
However, many residents feel excluded from these plans and have called for better communication and compensation.
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