A woman who was publicly humiliated by a city pastor after seeking help for rent has secured a job and is set to receive an Affordable Housing unit.
Milka Moraa Tegisi, who was reprimanded by the preacher during a church session, will benefit from the Mukuru Affordable Housing project, according to police officer Sammy Ondimu Ngare.
Ngare revealed that Moraa has already visited the Affordable Housing Board offices in Nairobi, where she signed the necessary paperwork. She is expected to move into the new unit in two months once construction is completed.
Following her plight, well-wishers raised Ksh450,000, part of which will be used as a deposit for the house. She will then pay Ksh3,900 monthly—an amount nearly equal to her previous rent of Ksh4,000—but this time, towards homeownership.
“It’s been a journey, and I thank God for bringing us this far. We managed to collect Ksh450,000 and deposited it in the bank. I have done my part,” Ngare stated.
Ngare further disclosed that the Affordable Housing Board reached out to Moraa after learning about her situation. Officials visited her home in Mukuru before guiding her through the application process.
“I got a call from the Affordable Housing Board on Sunday. They visited Milka’s home to assess how they could assist her. Yesterday, we went to their offices in Upper Hill, where she registered like any other Kenyan to benefit from the government project. I am confident she will be among the first beneficiaries when President William Ruto officially hands over the units in a few months,” Ngare added.
In addition to securing a home, Moraa has landed a job at ExpressWay Lounge, ensuring financial stability.
“Moraa was struggling to pay her Ksh4,000 rent. Fortunately, thanks to Kenyans of goodwill, she now has a job that pays Ksh18,000. With that income, she can now afford a house in the Mukuru project, which has over 13,000 units,” said Acting CEO of the Affordable Housing Board, Sheila Waweru.
She further highlighted that the project offers more than just housing, featuring educational and medical facilities, as well as recreational spaces for children.
Moraa’s story gained public attention after she visited a city preacher’s church alongside other congregants to present her prayer request.
When her turn came, she broke down in tears, revealing that her landlord had locked her house over unpaid rent.
“Pastor, nimefungiwa nyumba one week leo,” she said amid sobs.
The preacher, however, responded harshly, rebuking her for seeking financial help in church.
“Go to the police station. Where is your local police post? Now that your house is locked, you’ve come here to ask for money? This is a place of prayer. If you need prayers, that’s fine. But for money, go to the government,” the pastor retorted.
He further ridiculed her, insisting that she should seek assistance through the Affordable Housing program instead of bringing financial burdens to the church.
“There are houses called affordable housing. Why don’t you go live there? Don’t bring house rent problems here. I deal with spiritual matters, not money issues,” he added.
Despite the humiliation, Moraa’s situation has now taken a positive turn, with well-wishers stepping in to support her journey toward stability.
