Esther Passaris, Nairobi's Woman Representative, defended Kenya's affordable housing policy during a televised debate on November 12, 2026. Passaris clarified that beneficiaries are expected to purchase homes rather than receive them for free. She argued that the government cannot sustain a free housing initiative long-term. The discussion took place on K24 TV’s Politalks program, hosted by Brian Amwai. Passaris emphasized that the program aims to provide affordable options, not free housing. She highlighted financial constraints as a key challenge. The debate followed recent public concerns over housing affordability. Critics have questioned the feasibility of the program. Passaris maintained that the model encourages ownership and long-term investment. The policy remains a topic of political discussion.