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This research aims to assess the potential of eco-friendly materials in enhancing housing quality and economic opportunities for youth in Nairobi slums.

March 7, 2026Open Access

Eco-Friendly Materials and Sustainable Housing in Nairobi Slums: A Mixed-Methods Assessment for Youth Empowerment Solutions

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KKKathuri KibetJomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology NMNjeri MugoPwani University OCOliya CheptooTechnical University of Kenya

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Mixed-methods assessment reveals eco-friendly materials can empower youth and improve housing in slums, indicating need for supportive policies.

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This research aims to assess the potential of eco-friendly materials in enhancing housing quality and economic opportunities for youth in Nairobi slums.
Mixed-methods approach combining qualitative interviews and quantitative data analysis.
Data collected from 120 residents in Nairobi slums.
Thematic content analysis used to analyse qualitative data.
85% of respondents prefer eco-friendly materials for housing.
Only 30% sought employment in traditional sectors, indicating potential disconnect.
Eco-friendly materials are linked to better housing solutions and youth empowerment opportunities.

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Kibet et al. (2008) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/69abc1c65af8044f7a4eabb2 https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.18881621

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Mixed-methods assessment reveals eco-friendly materials can empower youth and improve housing in slums, indicating need for supportive policies.

Eco-Friendly Materials and Sustainable Housing in Nairobi Slums: A Mixed-Methods Assessment for Youth Empowerment Solutions

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Eco-Friendly Materials and Sustainable Housing in Nairobi Slums: A Mixed-Methods Assessment for Youth Empowerment Solutions

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