MRE Real Estate has broken ground on a Sh400 million mixed-use commercial mall in Eastlands, Nairobi, in a move set to reshape retail provision in one of the city’s fastest-growing urban corridors.
The investment, which covers both land acquisition and construction, targets rising demand for modern retail infrastructure within high-density residential areas.
Dubbed Manyanja Mall, the development will include a supermarket anchor, petrol station, convenience retail outlets, pharmacy and healthcare services, food and beverage outlets, flexible retail spaces for SMEs, and family recreation areas. Confirmed anchor tenants are Quickmart, Rubis and Goodlife International Limited.
Eric Muli, Chief Executive Officer of MRE Real Estate, said the project’s integrated design is intended to drive consistent daily foot traffic by clustering complementary services in one location, while also strengthening tenant performance through shared customer flows.
“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 — places where communities can work, connect and thrive,” he said.
Quickmart’s Head of Projects, Humphrey Mburugu, pointed to growing demand for organised retail in Nairobi’s residential neighbourhoods.
“Eastlands continues to experience strong population growth and rising consumer spending. Our presence at Manyanja Mall allows us to serve customers more conveniently while supporting the evolution of neighbourhood retail infrastructure,” he said.
According to the developer, the project has recorded strong off-plan uptake, with about 80 per cent of the retail space already taken up. Construction is expected to be completed by August 2026, ahead of an official opening planned for September.
