Land for Sale in Mwawesa, Rabai Constituency – Development.

Mwawesa Ward is one of the four wards in Rabai Constituency, a region rich in culture and development projects in Kenya’s Kilifi County. This report looks into the geographical context, demographics, property market and recent infrastructure developments in this area.

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Geographical and Administrative Context.

Mwawesa is one of the four County Assembly Wards in Rabai Constituency, alongside Rabai/Kisurutini, Ruruma and Kambe/Ribe wards. The ward covers 37.20 square kilometers and is part of Rabai Constituency which is one of the seven constituencies in Kilifi County. Rabai Constituency was carved out of the bigger Kaloleni Constituency and borders Kaloleni, Kilifi South, Kisauni, Jomvu and Kinango Constituencies.

The area has a relatively good climate with moderate rainfall of 1,300mm per annum distributed in two wet seasons (March-May and October-December). However, the climate has been changing since 1982 affecting agricultural productivity and natural resources in the area. This climate pattern affects land use and most residents engage in mixed farming.

Demographics and Population.

According to official statistics, Mwawesa Ward has a population of approximately 15,021 people. This is part of the larger Rabai sub-county population of 120,813 people (2019 census) spread across 207.8 square kilometers with a population density of 581.4 people per square kilometer. The sub-county has an annual population growth rate of 2.2%.The demographics reflects the cultural diversity of the bigger Rabai constituency which is mainly inhabited by the Rabai community, Kambe, Ribe, Giriama, Kamba people and other Kenyan tribes. The Rabai people are one of the nine Mijikenda subtribes.

Economic Activities and Livelihoods.

The economy of Mwawesa and Rabai is mainly agricultural with most residents practicing mixed farming. The main subsistence crops are:

Traditional staples: maize, cassava, cowpeas, bananas, sweet potatoes.
Heritage grains: millet, sorghum.
Vegetables: pumpkins and green grams.
Cash crops: cashew nuts, beans, kale, tomatoes.
Fruit varieties: coconuts, mangoes, oranges, avocados.

Livestock keeping is a significant component of local livelihoods with residents keeping poultry, goats, sheep and cattle. Apiculture (beekeeping) is also an economic activity though honey production has been affected by drought in recent times.

A challenge in the agricultural sector is the lack of modern farming equipment with local development plans indicating that each location needs at least two tractors to boost productivity.

Property Market: Land and Housing Prices.

The property market in Mwawesa and surrounding Rabai areas reflects the rural nature of the region and its proximity to urban centers. While there is limited data for Mwawesa, property listings and prices in the bigger Rabai area give an idea:

Land for Sale in Mwawesa, Rabai – Land Prices.

A quarter-acre plot (1/4 acre) in Mazeras Mwele, Rabai, with utilities including water, electricity and biodigester sewage is listed at KSh 4,500,000.
The average land price in Kilifi County (where Rabai is located) is approximately KSh 8,600,000 with prices ranging from KSh 300,000 to KSh 100,000,000 depending on location, size and proximity to amenities.

Rental House in Mwawesa, Rabai – Housing Market.

Residential properties in the Rabai area vary in pricing.
A residential property in Mazeras Center, Rabai was listed at KSh 7,000,000 per month.
Housing prices generally depend on the property’s proximity to main roads, availability of utilities and access to social amenities.

The land market in the area is influenced by several factors including infrastructure development, agricultural potential, water sources and proximity to urban centers.

Recent Infrastructure Development.

Infrastructure development in Mwawesa and Rabai area has focused on:

Healthcare Infrastructure.

Kilifi County government has invested in health facilities:

Upgrading Rabai Health Centre to a Level Four (Sub-County Hospital).
Plans to open inpatient services in Rabai to enhance healthcare access to local residents.
Supporting smaller health facilities like Ribe dispensary and Kwajuaje dispensary that serve the surrounding communities.

Water Infrastructure.

Water is a critical development area with several projects:

Construction of Bwagamoyo–Mkapuni pipeline in Rabai Sub-county to improve water access.
Development of water storage facilities including tanks at Uwanja wa Ndege, Kailo and Boyani in Rabai Kisurutini Ward.
Construction of water pans to boost water harvesting and storage capacity.

Energy Infrastructure.

Energy sector development includes:

STATCOM (Static Synchronous Compensator) project at Rabai 220kV/132 kV Substation in Simakeni village, Mwele/Kisurutini sub-location.
This electrical infrastructure will improve power quality and stability in the area.

Road Network.

While there is limited information on recent road development in Mwawesa, Rabai area is connected to major roads:

Rabai Substation is 1 km off C111 Kabieni road and is connected via a cabro road.
The area is 25 km northwest of Mombasa town, relatively close to urban amenities.

Conclusion.

Mwawesa Ward is a developing area in Rabai Constituency with strong cultural ties and gradual modernization. The area faces challenges typical of rural Kenya including infrastructure gaps and climate related agricultural challenges but also benefits from ongoing development in healthcare, water and energy sectors.Land and property prices are lower than in urban areas but the area has development potential. For investors or residents Mwawesa has affordable land with reasonable access to basic amenities and growing infrastructure. The area has rich cultural heritage, agricultural potential and ongoing development projects making it an area of interest for residential settlement and agricultural investment.

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