Real estate firm MRE has kicked-off the construction of a Sh400 million mixed-use commercial mall in Eastlands, Nairobi, betting on the growing residential and commercial markets.
Dubbed Manyanja Mall, the development will have a supermarket anchor, petrol station, convenience retail, pharmacy, and healthcare services, food and beverage outlets, flexible spaces for small and medium enterprises, and family recreational areas. Some of the anchor tenants include Quickmart, Rubis, and Goodlife International Limited.
The investment, which covers land acquisition and construction, targets rising demand for modern retail infrastructure in high-density residential areas.
“The integrated model is designed to generate sustained daily traffic by clustering complementary services in one location while strengthening tenant viability through shared customer flows,” said Eric Muli, Chief Executive at MRE Real Estate.
“Manyanja Mall is a strategic investment in the future of urban retail and community living. We are creating a modern, accessible commercial hub that brings essential services closer to residents while unlocking economic opportunity for local businesses. Our vision is to develop spaces that go beyond shopping destinations where communities can work, connect, and thrive.”
The project also holds lucrative pre-leasing, with about 80 percent of retail space secured and construction scheduled for completion by August 2026.
“Eastlands continues to experience strong population growth and rising consumer spending. Our presence at Manyanja Mall allows us to serve customers with convenience while supporting the transformation of neighbourhood retail infrastructure,” said Humphrey Mburugu, Quickmart’s Head of Projects.
MRE says the Manyanja Mall is part of its expansion plan for its commercial property across several urban nodes in Nairobi over the next two years.
Eastlands is historically less developed compared to other Nairobi prime business districts like Upper Hill, Westlands, and Kilimani.
However, it is emerging as a hotspot for retail and commercial investment. The rising population density, increasing consumer demand, and a growing middle class make the area attractive for modern commercial developments.
