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Garashi

Garashi Ward: A Comprehensive Profile of Magarini Constituency's Growing Region

Garashi ward is one of six administrative divisions within Magarini Constituency, situated in Kilifi County along Kenya’s coastal region. This rural area has been experiencing significant development while maintaining its agricultural heritage. This report explores the key aspects of Garashi, including geographic and demographic information, property markets, and recent infrastructure investments that are reshaping the area.

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Geographic and Demographic Overview

Garashi is strategically located approximately 40 minutes from Malindi town, with exact geographical coordinates of -3.116667, 39.883333, placing it within the East Africa Time zone. As one of six wards within Magarini Constituency, Garashi had a recorded population of 25,781 residents as of September 2022. The ward contributes to Magarini Constituency’s total population of 177,241 across its administrative divisions.

Magarini Constituency itself is one of seven constituencies in Kilifi County and was formerly part of the now-defunct Malindi District. The constituency’s current political representation has been in flux, with MP Harrison Garama Kombe (ODM) having his 2022 election win nullified by the high courts in 2024. The constituency’s wards include:

Ward

Population (Sept 2022)

Adu

43,005

Sabaki

16,317

Garashi

25,781

Gongoni

34,597

Magarini

40,694

Marafa

16,847

Garashi and the broader Magarini area are known for their agricultural potential, with fertile soil that supports various crops. The region has traditionally relied on agriculture, salt harvesting, and tourism as its economic pillars.

Real Estate Market: Land and Housing

Land & Plots for Sale in Magarini – Land Prices

Garashi has emerged as an attractive location for agricultural investment, with land prices generally more affordable than in nearby urban centers like Malindi or Mombasa. Current land offerings in the area reveal the following price trends:

  1. Farm land in Garashi is currently marketed at approximately KSh 185,000 per acre for larger parcels with title deeds.
  2. A notable 175-acre plot touching Galana River near Garashi town is available for sale (price negotiable), highlighting the area’s agricultural potential with access to water resources.
  3. Land in nearby areas of Magarini Constituency shows varying prices:
    • Land in Singwaya touching River Galana: KSh 60,000 per acre.
    • 70 acres along Lamu Road: KSh 550,000 per acre.
    • Land in Magarini/Marafa: KSh 49,000 per acre.

Land in Garashi is particularly valued for its agricultural potential, with listings frequently mentioning its fertility and suitability for farming. The area’s proximity to natural water sources enhances land values, with properties near the Galana River commanding premium prices.

Property & Houses for Rent & Sale in Magarini Kilifi-Housing Market

While specific housing data for Garashi ward is limited, the broader Magarini Constituency offers insights into residential property prices:

  1. In the Sabaki ward of Magarini:
    • 2-bedroom apartments sell for approximately KSh 6,400,000.
    • 1-bedroom apartments in the Mambrui area are priced around KSh 5,500,000.
    • 3-bedroom mansions can reach KSh 13,500,000.
  2. In Gongoni ward:
    • 2-bedroom bungalows are priced at approximately KSh 5,000,000.
    • 4-bedroom apartments in Sawtry Village reach KSh 22,500,000.
  3. Other areas in Magarini:
    • 2-bedroom house in Tangae: KSh 5,300,000.
    • Beachfront 4-bedroom villas command premium prices of KSh 50,000,000.

Recent Infrastructure Developments

Garashi and the wider Magarini Constituency have been beneficiaries of significant infrastructure investments, which are enhancing connectivity, education, healthcare, and economic opportunities in the region.

Road Infrastructure

  1. The Marikebuni-Marafa-Sosoni road project in Magarini Sub-County, valued at Sh1.3 billion, is 98% complete as of April 2025. This project is significantly improving connectivity within the constituency.
  2. The Baricho Bridge and its approach roads project, costing Sh2.55 billion, is over 90% completed. This critical infrastructure will better connect Malindi and Magarini sub-counties, which are separated by the River Galana/Sabaki.
  3. The tarmacking of the 12-kilometer Mjanaheri–Ngomeni road has been allocated Ksh 571 million as part of the Malindi Integrated Social Health Development Programme Phase II.

Water and Utilities

A notable development in the region is a water purification plant in Ngomeni area that serves more than 10,000 residents. This solar-powered facility purifies salty well water, addressing a long-standing challenge of access to fresh water in the area.

Education and Healthcare

Several projects are enhancing social infrastructure in Magarini Constituency:

  1. Educational improvements include:
    • Construction of a dining hall, kitchen, dormitory, and classrooms at Ngomeni Secondary School.
    • Renovation of classrooms at Ngomeni Primary School.
    • Construction of classrooms and a laboratory at Rasi Primary School.
  2. Healthcare enhancements include the construction of an ICU block at Malindi Sub-County Hospital.

Economic Development Initiatives

The Marafa Livelihood and Economic Development Project is focused on enhancing livelihoods in Magarini sub-county through:

  • Improved crop production with new farming technologies.
  • Enhanced local breed chicken production.
  • Value addition to farm products and better market access.
  • Strengthening economic development groups and savings mobilization.

Conclusion

Garashi ward in Magarini Constituency presents a picture of a rural area in transition, with significant infrastructure investments improving connectivity and access to services. The agricultural potential of the region remains its core strength, reflected in land prices that emphasize fertility and proximity to water sources. While housing development appears more concentrated in other wards of Magarini Constituency, the ongoing infrastructure improvements are likely to increase Garashi’s attractiveness for both agricultural investment and residential development in the coming years.

The completion of major road projects, including the Marikebuni-Marafa-Sosoni road and the Baricho Bridge, will be transformative for the area, significantly improving connectivity and potentially driving further economic development. These investments, combined with initiatives to improve water access, education, and healthcare facilities, suggest a positive development trajectory for Garashi and the broader Magarini Constituency.

Related

1. What are the current house prices in Sabaki?

2. How have land prices in Adu changed over the past five years?

3. What recent infrastructure developments have taken place in Gongoni?

4. Are there any upcoming projects planned for Magarini?

5. How does the cost of living in Maarafa compare to other areas in Kilifi County?

Related

1. What are the current house prices in Sabaki?

2. How have land prices in Adu changed over the past five years?

3. What recent infrastructure developments have taken place in Gongoni?

4. Are there any upcoming projects planned for Magarini?

5. How does the cost of living in Maarafa compare to other areas in Kilifi County?

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