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The skyline of Nairobi's diplomatic district is set to change after Kenyan entrepreneur Mohamed Bishar launched a Sh2 billion serviced apartments project in Gigiri targeting expats working at the United Nations and precinct.

The Silva Gigiri project, located along UN Crescent, is expected to take between 30 and 36 months to completion. It will comprise furnished studios, one-bedroom and two-bedroom apartments targeting UN personnel, expatriates, diplomats and other professionals working in the area.

This comes as Nairobi continues to strengthen its position as a regional centre for diplomacy and international organisations, with Gigiri becoming one of the most sought-after areas for diplomatic and corporate accommodation.

The developer announced a partnership with Bahrain-based Gulf Hotels Group, which will oversee the hospitality operations of the property once construction is complete.