In Nairobi, some landlords have taken extreme measures against tenants who fail to pay rent on time. There have been instances where landlords have removed doors and sections of roofs from tenants’ homes, leaving them exposed to harsh weather conditions.
For example, in Nanyuki town, a landlord removed the door and iron sheets from a tenant’s house due to unpaid rent, forcing the family to sleep on the floor amidst heavy rains.
In other cases, landlords have resorted to welding doors shut, trapping tenants inside their homes. In Nakuru, a landlord welded a tenant’s door, confining the occupant inside over a rent dispute.
Similarly, in Nyahururu, a landlord welded a door shut with a 14-year-old child inside while the mother was hospitalized.
These actions are not only extreme but also illegal. Kenyan law prohibits landlords from disconnecting utilities or evicting tenants without following due process.
Tenants have the right to take legal action against such landlords and may be entitled to compensation for damages.
It’s crucial for both landlords and tenants to be aware of their rights and responsibilities to prevent such conflicts.
— CITY DIGEST. (@city_digest) February 6, 2025
