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Off Campus Housing

Important Information

Secure and supportive living environment plays a critical role in students’ academic journey. To supplement the limited on-campus housing, the University works closely with select private hostels to provide student accommodation.
To promote safety, reliability, and convenience, the university has a framework of vetting, accrediting and formalizing student housing arrangements. This framework considers regulatory requirements, safety, cleanliness and management. To this end the university has signed nomination agreements with three hostels. This list will be updated as and when other hostels are accredited and nomination agreement signed.

Recommended Off-Campus Hostels for USIU-Africa Students

1. Qwetu Student Residences

A purpose-built student accommodation that features varied room typologies to match different budgets and preferences.
Aberdare Heights I & II (Outside USIU-Africa, Gate A)
  • Normal Floor: Premium: Ksh 32,500, Single: Ksh 27,500, Cluster: Ksh 24,000 and Twin: Ksh 17,500
  • Deluxe Floor: Premium: Ksh 34,000, Single: Ksh 28,500 and Cluster: Ksh 25,000
Ruaraka Residence
(10 minutes to USIU with free shuttle)
  • Double: Ksh 14,000, Single: Ksh 25,000 & Superior: Ksh 27,500
Other Locations
Parklands, Jogoo Road, Wilson View, Hurlingham, Karen.
Standard Amenities
Fully furnished rooms, Kitchenette & wardrobe, Keycard access, 24/7 security & CCTV, Constant water supply, High-speed internet, laundry facilities, Study areas, social lounges, Residents’ gym & Retail outlets

For contact details, services provided and charges of each hostel, apartment or mansion, kindly download and view the list of the recommended of-campus hostels below.

Contacts

  • Toll Free (From anywhere in Kenya) -0800 730 333
  • International: +254 730 850 000
  • (Outside Kenya)
  • Email: care@qwetu.co.ke
  • Web: www.qwetu.co.ke

2. Kisima

This is a student hostel 250 meters from university gate. The hostel takes Bedsitter designs. The rental charges costs Ksh. 13,000. The hostel features Quiet environment conducive to serious learning, Zero tolerance to addictive substances and anti-social behavior, Twenty-four-hour security and staff on call and open green spaces

Contacts

  • OFFICE LINE: +254-712 445 254
  • Email: wangeci@kisima.home.co.ke
  • Location: 250 meters from USIU-Africa gate

3. Regional Centre Training Institute (RCTI)

The Regional Centre Training Institute (RCTI) in Nairobi offers on-campus hostel accommodation. Located in Kasarani, opposite the Kasarani Police Station, the hostels provide a comfortable and secure living environment. Amenities include indoor games and a gym, enhancing the overall student experience.

The hostel has a variety of accommodation including Comrades (8 Students) Ksh. 4,500 Standard (6 Students) Ksh. 5,500 Super Standard (4 Students) Ksh. 6,500, Double (2 Students - Decker) Ksh. 8,000, Double D (2 Students - Single beds) Ksh. 8,500 & Single Ksh. 10,000

The facility offers high Speed Wi-Fi, 24/7 CCTV Camera, Quiet Study Area, 24/7 Water Supply, Swimming Pool, Free Electricity, Hot Shower and Ample Parking

Contacts

  • Tel: +254 714 277 677
  • Location: ICIPE - KISE Rd, Kasarani - Nrb Opp. Kasarani Police Statio
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