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Suleiman Shahbal

Also known as: Mr Shahbal

Suleiman Shahbal — EALA MP and chairman of GulfCap Real Estate, leading major real estate and SEZ projects in Kenya.

2026-05-042026-09-09

In coverage

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  1. September 2026
  2. Citizen Digital

    Ruto set to officiate Ksh.12bn Mombasa SEZ project By Mary Gathu September 08, 2026 09:48 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Mohammed Akoojee, CEO and Managing Director of DP World Africa, and Suleiman Shahbal

    President Ruto set to officiate Ksh.12bn Mombasa SEZ project
  3. The Standard

    GulfCap Group Chairman Suleiman Shahbal said the agreement marks a step towards a vision he has pursued for more than 15 years to establish an industrial and investment hub in Mombasa.“This is a first of its kind project.

    Ruto to preside over Sh12 billion Mombasa industrial deal
  4. August 2026
  5. The Standard

    Audio By Vocalize Mohammed Akoojee, CEO and Managing Director of DP World Africa, and Suleiman Shahbal.

    Shahbal secures Sh12 Billion DP World SEZ deal
  6. July 2026
  7. The Standard

    Audio By VocalizeBuxton Point Apartments in Mombasa County that stand on a disputed piece of land claimed by tycoon Abdullahi Gele. [Joackim Bwana, Standard] The Court of Appeal has dismissed an application seeking to have Mombasa tycoon Suleiman Shahbal jailed over contempt of c

    Court dismisses contempt case against tycoon Suleiman Shahbal
  8. June 2026
  9. Citizen Digital

    Wesonga also dismissed concerns over the club's financial capacity, crediting the unwavering support of Patron Suleiman Shahbal, Club President Abdulrahman Hussein, and other football stakeholders from the Coast region.

    Mombasa United ready for demanding Premier League, says Wesonga
  10. May 2026
  11. Citizen Digital

    s Starehe Point Affordable Housing Project By Citizen Reporter May 12, 2026 11:43 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter A French Construction Delegation hosted by Gulf Group of Companies Chairman Suleiman Shahbal

    French delegation tours Starehe Point Affordable Housing Project
  12. The Standard

    Audio By Vocalize Former Buxton tenants have expressed their disappointment with political leaders whom they accused of taking advantage of their situation for personal and political interests without offering tangible solutions.The tenants, while meeting EALA MP Suleiman Shahbal

    Former Buxton tenants meet EALA MP Shahbal over affordable houses
  13. Citizen Digital

    Former Buxton tenants hold talks with Shahbal over new purchase scheme By Citizen Reporter May 10, 2026 12:25 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Audio By Vocalize Former Buxton Estate tenants have engaged with

    Former Buxton tenants hold talks with Shahbal over new purchase scheme
  14. The Standard

    broader market where older commercial buildings continue to struggle with weak demand and prolonged vacancies. “This development reflects our long-term confidence in Kenya’s economy and Nairobi’s position as a regional financial centre,” said Gulf Group Chairman Suleiman Shahbal

    Why Nairobi's empty office problem is shrinking
  15. Citizen Digital

    Gulf Group inaugurates Grade A offices to consolidate subsidiaries in Nairobi By Citizen Reporter May 04, 2026 08:54 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Gulf Group of Companies Chairman Suleiman Shahbal, Soren

    Gulf Group inaugurates Grade A offices to consolidate subsidiaries in Nairobi

Yesterday

  1. Ruto to officiate Ksh.12bn Mombasa SEZ project signing

    President William Ruto will officiate the signing of a Ksh.12 billion agreement between GulfCap Group and DP World to establish a Special Economic Zone in Jomvu, Mombasa. The project, representing an investment of more than US$100 million, is expected to create 7,972 direct jobs.

    8 September 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Ruto to sign Sh12 billion Mombasa industrial zone deal

    President William Ruto will preside over the signing of an agreement between GulfCap Group and DP World to establish a Special Economic Zone covering about 535 acres in Jomvu, Mombasa. The project is expected to create 7,972 direct jobs and has already attracted 67 companies confirmed for participation.

    8 September 2026 · The Standard

Sunday 2 August

  1. Suleiman Shahbal secures $100m DP World SEZ deal

    Businessman Suleiman Shahbal has signed a Special Economic Zone investment agreement with logistics firm DP World valued at more than $100 million (Sh12 billion) on a 535-acre parcel in Jomvu Sub-County, Mombasa. The project is projected to create 7,972 direct jobs and attract manufacturers, exporters, and logistics firms to boost the port city's regional standing.

    2 August 2026 · The Standard

Monday 20 July

  1. Court dismisses contempt case in Mombasa land dispute

    The Court of Appeal has dismissed an application seeking to jail Mombasa tycoon Suleiman Shahbal over contempt of court in a multi-billion shilling land dispute at Buxton Point Apartments. Businessman Abdullahi Gele had accused Shahbal and others of failing to stop construction of the affordable housing project on his land despite court orders from Justice Lucas Naikuni.

    20 July 2026 · The Standard

Friday 12 June

  1. Mombasa United confident in Premier League readiness next season

    Mombasa United's General Manager Gilbert Wesonga said the club is financially prepared for the Kenyan Premier League next season and has already begun planning for the top-flight campaign, with preparations to intensify after a brief post-season break.

    12 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

Tuesday 12 May

  1. French delegation tours Starehe Point housing project in Nairobi

    A high-level French construction delegation toured the Starehe Point Affordable Housing Project in Nairobi on Tuesday as part of the Africa Forward Summit 2026, viewing it as an example of large-scale urban regeneration in East Africa. The French firms noted the project's accomplishments in setting new standards for commercial and residential development and GulfCap Real Estate's delivery of environmentally responsible housing.

    12 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

Monday 11 May

  1. Former Buxton tenants seek affordable housing through purchase scheme

    Former Buxton tenants met with EALA MP Suleiman Shahbal, chairman of GulfCap Real Estate, to pursue a lasting solution for the Buxton Point housing project through the Tenant Purchase Scheme. The tenants, who have spent six years seeking a solution since vacating the old estate, said they received their first clear assurances on how to acquire housing units.

    11 May 2026 · The Standard

Sunday 10 May

  1. Former Buxton Estate tenants meet developer on housing purchase scheme

    Former tenants of Buxton Estate have engaged with GulfCap Real Estate leadership to negotiate acquisition of housing units under a Tenant Purchase Scheme for the Buxton Point project. The meeting addresses years of uncertainty since residents vacated the old estate six years ago.

    10 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

Thursday 7 May

  1. Nairobi office oversupply falls sharply as firms move to modern buildings

    Nairobi's office glut has declined significantly, with oversupply dropping to 3.4 million square feet by end-2025 from 5.7 million a year earlier, and vacancy rates falling to 15.3 per cent from 19.3 per cent. The shift is driven by companies moving from aging buildings to modern Grade A offices offering better amenities, lower operating costs, and stronger environmental standards.

    7 May 2026 · The Standard

Monday 4 May

  1. Gulf Group breaks ground on Grade A office in Lavington

    Gulf Group of Companies held a groundbreaking ceremony for Grade A office blocks in Lavington, Nairobi, to consolidate subsidiaries Gulf African Bank, GulfCap Investment Bank, and GulfCap Real Estate under one purpose-built address.

    4 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

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