Dubai-Based Tokinvest Offers Kenyan Investors Access to UK Residential Property

Dubai-based investment firm Tokinvest is facilitating access for eligible Kenyan investors to the UK residential property market, broadening their portfolio diversification options. This initiative allows investors to participate in the ownership of an £8.55 million historic property in Birmingham, known as Great Hampton Street Works, which comprises 29 fully tenanted apartments.

Investors can participate from approximately US$25,000 (equivalent to about Ksh3.5 million), acquiring contractual economic rights linked to rental income and potential proceeds from a future sale of the property. The Birmingham property is projected to have an estimated net rental yield of about 4% per annum, with forecasts indicating residential property price growth in Birmingham of approximately 4.5% annually between 2026 and 2030.

This offering provides Kenyan investors with an opportunity for diversification across geographies, asset classes, and currencies. Investing in sterling-denominated assets can also serve as an alternative currency position against the Kenyan shilling, though exchange rate fluctuations may impact returns.

Mark Pearson, Managing Director of Baron & Cabot, highlighted a growing awareness among African investors to diversify beyond their local markets. Similarly, Michael Leighton, Founder and CEO of API Global, noted that technological advancements and cross-border investment infrastructure are making established real estate markets more accessible to international investors.

The investment is available to eligible professional and high-net-worth investors, subject to regulatory compliance and suitability assessments. A Nairobi investor briefing is scheduled for October 13 at the Hyatt Regency Nairobi to provide further details on the investment opportunity, projected returns, risks, and participation requirements.