Plots, Houses, and Land for Sale in Mumoni, Mwingi North.

Mumoni Ward is one of the five wards in Mwingi North Constituency and is characterised by its unique geographical features and growing development potential. Located in the semi-arid northwestern part of Kitui County, Mumoni is named after the hill that rises dramatically from the surrounding plains. This report looks into the area’s demographics, geographical features, current real estate market trends and recent infrastructure developments that are changing this rural Kenyan constituency.

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Geographic and Demographic Profile.

Mumoni is located in the northwestern part of Kitui County, 64 km north of Mwingi town via C93 Mwingi-Kathwana Road. The area is dominated by Mumoni Hill, a geographical feature that rises 1811 meters (approximately 6000 feet) above sea level and 700 meters above the surrounding arid scrubland plains. This wooded inselberg is a notable landmark that can be seen from a distance and is ecologically important.

Demographically, Mumoni Sub County had a population of 29,344 in the 2019 census, 13,748 males and 15,596 females. The population structure is 12,571 aged 0-14 years, 14,889 aged 15-64 years and 1,884 aged 65 years and above. The adult population in Mumoni Ward is estimated to be 17,229. This demographic composition shows a relatively young population with a moderate dependency ratio.Mumoni is part of Mwingi North Constituency which has a population of approximately 145,000 people. The constituency is predominantly Kamba with a small percentage of Tharaka people, just like the rest of the region. The constituency borders Mwingi Central, Tharaka and Mbeere constituencies with Mwingi National Park being its eastern boundary.

Ecological Importance.

Mumoni Hill Forest Reserve gazetted in 1993 is part of a larger 104 km² protected area that includes Muvoria Hill Forest Reserve to its south. The area acts as a water tower for the Mwingi North region with perennial springs serving both human communities and wildlife. The forest reserve has scrublands and wooded bushland on the lowlands and upland dry forest on the hilltop dominated by Drypetes, Combretum, Vepris and Croton species.

Economic and Social Characteristics.

Mwingi North Constituency including Mumoni Ward is an Arid and Semi-Arid Land (ASAL) area with challenges of poor infrastructure, limited rainfall and low literacy levels. The main economic activities in the region are farming and livestock rearing though agricultural productivity is constrained by the semi-arid conditions. The Mumoni Hill Forest Reserve area is surrounded by a growing human population engaged in small-scale farming.

The region’s biodiversity is both an ecological asset and an economic resource. Mumoni Forest hosts the endemic Hinde’s Babbler (Turdoides hindei) , a vulnerable Kenyan bird species, Martial and Crowned Eagles which are endangered. The forest has over 200 bird species making it a potential destination for eco-tourism and birdwatching. The forest has over 350 plant species, 24 mammal species, 17 species of reptiles and amphibians including the pancake tortoise (Malacochersus tornieri) listed in Appendix II of CITES.

The semi-arid nature of the region contributes to famine and water scarcity with banditry also reported as a major problem displacing families in some parts of the broader Mwingi area.

Real Estate Market Analysis.

Land & Plots for Sale in Mumoni-Land Prices.

The real estate market in Mumoni and Mwingi North Constituency has varying price points depending on the type and location of the land. While specific land prices in Mumoni Ward are not well documented in the search results, pricing from neighboring areas provides some context.

In Central Mwingi which borders Mwingi North Constituency, land plots are being sold at KSh 300,000 to KSh 3,000,000 per plot. These variations could be due to plot size, proximity to infrastructure and development potential. Farmland in Kitui County which includes Mwingi North has a wide price range with notable listings including:

10 acres in Mwingi Central for KSh 1,500,000 which translates to KSh 150,000 per acre.
Various agricultural parcels in other parts of Kitui County (such as Mutomo) priced between KSh 45,000 and KSh 70,000 per acre.
100 acres of farmland for KSh 6,000,000 (KSh 60,000 per acre).

The property market in the area seems to have a mix of plot types with listings of “Mumoni Plots On Sale” alongside other property categories such as houses and apartments. The land uses are residential plots, commercial land, mixed-use properties and agricultural land reflecting the diverse investment opportunities in the region despite being an ASAL area.

Houses and Apartments for Sale in Mumoni-Housing Market.

The housing market in Mumoni is not well documented but the broader Mwingi area has some indicators of housing values. A notable reference point is a 4-bedroom house listed for auction in Mwingi at KSh 4,500,000. This price point could be the upper end of the residential properties in the area.

The lower population density and rural nature of Mumoni Ward suggests that standalone houses rather than apartments would be the dominant residential landscape with values influenced by proximity to main roads, access to water and quality of construction.

Recent Infrastructure Development.

Tourism Infrastructure.

One of the recent developments in Mumoni Ward is the investment in tourism infrastructure. Kitui County government has allocated KSh 2,000,000 for the “Development of Tourism support infrastructure nature trails and camping structures at Mumoni and Mutitu Hills IBAs (Important Bird Areas)”. This project will capitalize on the area’s natural assets, particularly its biodiversity and scenic landscapes.

The tourism development will establish infrastructure to support activities such as bird watching, hiking, camping and rock climbing. According to promotional materials, Mumoni Forest is being marketed as “a hiker’s paradise” where visitors can hike for two hours to the hilltop and enjoy breathtaking views and the forest ambiance. The development of these amenities is a strategic move to diversify the local economy beyond agriculture.

Road Infrastructure.

Road development is another area of infrastructure investment in Mumoni Ward. The maintenance of Katse Musosya road in Mumoni Ward was one of the projects commissioned during the financial year 2022/23. This is part of a broader initiative by Kitui County Ministry of Roads, Public Works and Transport to improve transparency in development projects and enhance the quality of road infrastructure in the county.

The county government has also allocated funds for various road construction works and maintenance projects including box culverts, drifts, gravelling, concrete slabs and gabions across all 40 wards in Kitui County. These investments will address one of the challenges faced by Mwingi North Constituency – poor infrastructure that limits accessibility and economic development.

Administrative Infrastructure.

Administrative capacity in the broader constituency is being enhanced through projects such as the “Construction of Office block at Mwingi North (Kyuso)” with a budget allocation of KSh 4,540,000. Although this office is located in Kyuso Ward not Mumoni, it will serve the administrative needs of the entire constituency including Mumoni residents.

Other Public Services.

Kitui County development agenda has other infrastructure projects that will benefit Mumoni residents including:

Installation and maintenance of solar-powered street/security lights across all 40 wards in the county with a budget allocation of KSh 45,000,000.
Construction of transfer stations and installation of assorted dust bins in upcoming urban areas across all wards.
Water infrastructure development to address one of the region’s biggest challenges.
Healthcare infrastructure in neighboring areas will benefit Mumoni residents.

Conclusion.

Mumoni Ward in Mwingi North Constituency is a mixed bag of challenges and opportunities. The semi-arid nature and limited infrastructure has limited economic growth but recent investment in tourism, road network and public services is a strategic move to harness the area’s natural resources for sustainable growth.

The real estate market reflects the rural nature of the area, land prices are affordable compared to urban areas, making the area a long term investment opportunity. The current focus on tourism infrastructure development will gradually change Mumoni’s economic profile and potentially increase property values in the medium to long term.

For investors and residents, Mumoni offers a biodiversity rich environment with improving infrastructure but water scarcity and limited public services are still major concerns. The ongoing development projects, if successful, will improve the area’s accessibility, economic opportunities and quality of life in the next few years.

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