Chinese Economic Diplomacy and Real Estate Development in Kenya: Case Study of Lavington Estate in Nairobi, 2002-2020.

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dc.contributor.authorKihuria, Gladys Nyawira
dc.date.accessioned2024-07-23T08:08:55Z
dc.date.available2024-07-23T08:08:55Z
dc.date.issued2023-09
dc.descriptionMASTER OF ARTS In Diplomacy, Development, and International Security
dc.description.abstractThe study delved into the relationship between Chinese economic diplomacy and real estate development in Kenya, focusing on the case study of the Lavington Estate in Nairobi from 2002-2020. The research investigates the influence of Chinese economic diplomacy on the development of the Lavington Estate. Kenyan and Chinese political leaders have shaped this economics-driven diplomacy. The study was based on objectives which included examining the nature of Chinese real estate property development in Lavington, assessing the social-economic benefits of Chinese real estate development in Lavington, and investigating the challenges faced by the Chinese real estate developers in Lavington. The study used dependency and the investment theory. It utilized a mixed-method research design. The study used questionnaires and interviews. The findings show that there had been increased traffic congestion that leads to increased stress levels due to the increase of high-rise buildings, gated communities, and commercial spaces. The findings of socioeconomic benefits were by luring in more people and an increase in economic activity. Moreover, encouraging entrepreneurship can help foster economic growth. The study also found that developers must maneuver a network of regulations and laws to approve their projects. Developers might find it challenging to get the permits needed to start construction. The developer must be informed of the local rules and regulations. The developer also has to be aware of any zoning. This study recommends that developers should either look outside Lavington for land. Future studies should be done on the implications of Chinese investment in the real estate sector.
dc.description.sponsorshipSchool of Arts and Social Sciences of Daystar University
dc.identifier.citationKihuria, G. N., (2023). Chinese Economic Diplomacy and Real Estate Development in Kenya: Case Study of Lavington Estate in Nairobi, 2002-2020: Daystar University, School of Arts and Social Sciences
dc.identifier.urihttps://repository.daystar.ac.ke/handle/123456789/4831
dc.language.isoen
dc.publisherDaystar University, School of Arts and Social Sciences
dc.subjectChinese Economic Diplomacy
dc.subjectReal Estate Development
dc.subjectKenya
dc.subjectLavington Estate in Nairobi
dc.subject2002-2020.
dc.titleChinese Economic Diplomacy and Real Estate Development in Kenya: Case Study of Lavington Estate in Nairobi, 2002-2020.
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