Kijani Ridge at Tatu City Sets the Standard for Modern Urban LivingTatu City
Tatu City is redefining urban living in Kenya with the rapid growth of its flagship residential neighbourhood, Kijani Ridge. Now home to over 100 families and expecting 100 more by the end of 2025, Kijani Ridge is emerging as a model for integrated, sustainable, and premium city living.
Located just 30 minutes from Nairobi, Kijani Ridge offers fully serviced plots in a master-planned urban community that combines world-class infrastructure, lush green landscapes, and a high-quality lifestyle.
The neighbourhood features 99.7% power reliability, uninterrupted 24/7 potable water supply, 90 kilometres of underground fibre optic connectivity, and an extensive 70-kilometre road network.Since its launch in July 2015, Kijani Ridge has experienced significant growth in both development and land value, with prices increasing fivefold.
Tatu City is a 5,000-acre new city on Nairobi’s doorstep with homes, schools, businesses, a shopping district, a medical clinic, nature areas and recreation for more than 250,000 residents and tens of thousands of day visitors. Tatu City’s schools educate thousands of students daily, and a range of homes suits all income levels, with businesses that thrive in the country’s first operational Special Economic Zone.
Located 30 minutes from Westlands, Tatu City represents a new way of living and thinking for all Kenyans in a live, work and play environment that is free from traffic congestion and long-distance commuting.
Tatu City is a development by Rendeavour, Africa’s largest new city builder, with 30,000 acres of visionary projects in growth trajectories across Ghana, Nigeria, Kenya, Zambia and the Democratic Republic of Congo.
Linda Nyaseda, Head of City Management at Tatu City, noted that Kijani Ridge is more than just a housing project it’s a community designed for generational living.
“There’s something special about Kijani Ridge the quiet, the fresh air, and the feeling of truly being at home in a beautifully planned community. Whether you’re raising a family, investing for the future, or simply looking for a peaceful place to live, Kijani Ridge offers it all,” Nyaseda said.
Residents enjoy access to Tatu City’s award-winning schools Crawford International and Nova Pioneer as well as a 79-acre private park featuring a lake and 15 km of nature trails.
The area is also rich in biodiversity, with numerous bird species creating a unique urban-nature blend.Tatu City itself is designed to accommodate over 250,000 residents and is anchored on principles of smart city planning, including prioritised green spaces, walkability, and integrated public amenities.
Its self-sustaining ecosystem allows residents to live, work, and play within the city, eliminating long commutes and significantly improving quality of life.Key to the city’s ongoing growth is Eneo at Tatu Central, a Grade A mixed-use commercial and retail hub developed by Gateway Real Estate Africa.
Eneo hosts CCI Global’s 5,000-seat call centre and top brands such as Naivas Supermarket, Tamambo, Optum Health Pharmacy, and multiple financial institutions.
Tatu City’s diverse residential portfolio continues to grow, with developments such as Jabali Towers offering executive apartments and commercial spaces and Mugumo Rise, a collection of modern family townhouses. These additions cater to the rising demand for housing that combines luxury, connectivity, and secure community living.
Currently, over 25,000 people live, work, and study in Tatu City, supported by more than 100 operational and upcoming businesses. Notable companies include Heineken, Dormans, Kärcher, Cooper K-Brands, Hewatele, and Davis & Shirtliff.As Tatu City evolves, Kijani Ridge remains at the heart of its residential transformation an example of the future of urban living in Kenya.
By Sharon Atieno
