The sign reads: ‘Spacious one and two-bedroomed apartments, DSTV, CCTV and electric fence.”  In less than a month, the house will be ready for aspiring occupants.

The skyline of Ruaka, once a small rural centre better known for its security challenges seems to be changing more rapidly than adjacent satellite towns.  On both sides of the road, there is a new apartment block – either under construction or taking in new tenants.

The finishing is impeccable and one to-die-for, at least as each development goes up. But, this final look comes at a cost, the more magnificent the finishing; the deeper you need to dig into your pocket.