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TZS 7,961,021,247.30 for the complete affordable housing development at Kibada.
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NHC Affordable Housing — Kibada, Dar es Salaam
Construction of affordable houses for the National Housing Corporation at Kibada, Kigamboni — a complete residential estate with its own roads, drainage, services and security, delivered on time and within budget.
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Project quick facts
- Client
- National Housing Corporation (NHC)
- Location
- Kibada, Kigamboni – Dar es Salaam
- Contract Value
- TZS 7.96 Billion
- Timeline
- Jul 2014 – Oct 2015
- Sector
- Residential / Housing Development
- Status
- Completed
Project Overview
Affordable Homes at the Scale a City Needs
Pioneer Builders Limited was entrusted with the execution of the Construction of Affordable Houses for the National Housing Corporation (NHC) at Kibada, Dar es Salaam.
The project is part of NHC's national initiative to provide affordable, high-quality housing solutions to meet the growing demand for residential accommodation in urban areas.
The development aims to improve living standards, promote sustainable urban growth, and support the Government's vision of ensuring access to adequate and affordable housing for all Tanzanians — delivered not as isolated houses, but as a serviced estate with roads, drainage, landscaping and security in place from handover.
- On TimeHanded over within the contract programme.
- Within BudgetDelivered against the agreed contract sum.
- Zero AccidentsNo accidents reported during construction.
- Green PrinciplesGreen building principles and local materials.
By the Numbers
Project Highlights
Every figure below is taken from the executed contract record for the NHC Kibada development.
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Completion
Delivered on time and within budget, with all units handed over to NHC.
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Months on Site
From mobilisation in July 2014 through to handover in October 2015.
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Safety Record
Zero accidents reported during the construction of the estate.
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Work Packages
From foundations through to security installations, all self-delivered.
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Sustainability Strands
Green building principles paired with locally sourced materials.
Construction of modern affordable housing units designed for middle and low-income earners.
Structural works throughout, including foundations, columns, beams and slabs.
Architectural finishing works across every unit — tiling, painting, ceilings and fittings.
Electrical installations and lighting systems serving every housing unit on the estate.
Plumbing and water supply networks reticulated across the whole development.
Drainage and sanitation systems designed for the full estate rather than unit by unit.
Roads, driveways and external paving within the housing estate, plus landscaping and external works.
Fencing, gates and security installations, completed in compliance with environmental, health and safety regulations.
Delivery Programme
How the Project Was Delivered
Sixteen months from a cleared site at Kibada to a fully serviced, occupied housing estate.
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July 2014 · Phase 01
Mobilisation & Setting Out
Site establishment at Kibada, Kigamboni and setting out of the housing estate layout.
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Phase 02
Foundations & Substructure
Foundation works across the estate, forming the base for the housing units.
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Phase 03
Structural Works
Columns, beams and slabs raised across the units, built in parallel to keep the programme tight.
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Phase 04
Services Installation
Electrical installations and lighting, plumbing and water supply networks, drainage and sanitation systems.
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Phase 05
Finishing & External Works
Tiling, painting, ceilings and fittings; roads, driveways, external paving, landscaping, fencing, gates and security installations.
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October 2015 · Phase 06
Completion & Handover
Final inspection against environmental, health and safety regulations, then handover of the completed estate to NHC.
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Completed Works
Project Gallery
The completed NHC housing estate at Kibada, Kigamboni. Further site photography can be added to this gallery at any time.
Our Standards
Safety, Quality & Sustainability
How the works were governed on site — and why the estate was completed without a single accident.
Zero-Accident Record
No accidents were reported at any point during the construction of the estate.
Regulatory Compliance
The works were completed in compliance with environmental, health and safety regulations.
Green Building Principles
Green building principles were incorporated into the design and construction of the units.
Local Materials
Locally sourced materials were used throughout, keeping procurement value in Tanzania.
Sanitation Infrastructure
Proper drainage and sanitation systems were provided across the whole development.
Estate Security
Fencing, gates and security installations were built in as part of the contract scope.
Beyond the Build
Project Impact
What the completed estate delivers for residents, for Dar es Salaam and for the national housing agenda.
Affordable Housing Supply
Increased availability of affordable housing for middle and low-income earners in Dar es Salaam.
Jobs Created
Job creation for local skilled and unskilled workers throughout the construction period.
National Housing Goals
Direct support for national housing and infrastructure development goals.
Community Wellbeing
Enhanced community wellbeing and neighbourhood development at Kibada, Kigamboni.
Local Procurement
A boost to the local economy through procurement of local materials and labour.
Sustainable Urban Growth
Promotion of sustainable urban growth in a rapidly expanding part of the city.
Client testimonial
Pioneer Builders Limited has shown exceptional professionalism, timely delivery, and quality workmanship in delivering affordable housing for NHC at Kibada. Their commitment to excellence and sustainability has contributed greatly to achieving our housing development goals.
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