Kenya’s office market showed strong performance in the first half of 2025, with prime office occupancy rising to 77.7%, signaling a healthy balance between demand and availability. Growth was driven by rising uptake in Grade A developments featuring modern designs, sustainability features, and premium amenities sought by corporate tenants.

Mark Dunford, CEO of Knight Frank Kenya, noted that high-performing buildings such as The Cube and Purple Tower in Upper Hill, and Eneo at Tatu City, have attracted multinational tenants seeking efficient, ESG-compliant office spaces. The flexible workspace sector also expanded, led by KOFISI and IWG (Regus and Spaces), reflecting increasing demand for hybrid work models, shorter leases, and adaptable office solutions. Kenya’s Business Process Outsourcing (BPO) industry continues to reinforce Nairobi’s position as East Africa’s leading BPO hub, driven by digital infrastructure growth, skilled labor, and strategic time zone advantages.

However, Grade B offices face rising vacancies as tenants migrate toward higher-quality, energy-efficient buildings — a global “flight to quality” trend. Landlords must adapt through refurbishment, repositioning, or modernization to remain competitive. At Recon Engineering International, a premier structural design and project management firm in Kenya, we support this evolution by delivering innovative, sustainable office designs that meet modern tenant expectations and enhance long-term asset value