Kenya Moves to Modernize Construction Law as NCA Champions Sector Reforms
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By John Kariuki
Kenya has embarked on a review of the National Construction Authority (NCA) Act (No. 41 of 2011) and its accompanying Regulations (2014), in a bid to streamline and modernize the construction sector. The process, unveiled at a Breakfast Workshop in Nairobi, is set to redefine regulation, compliance, and professionalism in one of the country’s fastest-growing industries.
The meeting brought together key policymakers and stakeholders, including Public Works Principal Secretary Joel Arumonyang, CBS, NCA Board Chair Mercy Okiro, and NCA Executive Director Eng. Maurice Akech. Their joint presence signaled the weight the government and industry leaders attach to the reform agenda.
Eng. Akech described the review as a strategic intervention rather than a mere legislative adjustment. “The Authority is committed to ensuring Kenya’s construction sector is anchored on quality, integrity, and inclusivity,” he said, emphasizing the sector’s role in driving economic growth, employment, and infrastructure transformation.
PS Arumonyang lauded the initiative, noting that the revised law will align with Kenya’s development agenda in infrastructure, affordable housing, and urbanization. “We must craft a framework that guarantees efficiency, safety, and fairness,” he remarked.
Ms. Okiro stressed the importance of balancing investor confidence with public safety, urging stakeholders to foster professionalism, trust, and accountability.
The sector has expanded rapidly over the past decade but continues to grapple with regulatory gaps and compliance challenges. Industry players now expect the review to deliver a robust framework that encourages innovation while boosting Kenya’s regional and global competitiveness.
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