State House Makeover Ignites Fury: Kenyans Question Renovation of Historic Seat of Power.

Kenya's State House in Nairobi has undergone significant renovations, sparking widespread public backlash due to the drastic changes made to its iconic historical design. 

The building’s familiar red‑tiled roof has been replaced by a flat parapet, dual entrances merged into one central canopy, and original symmetry disrupted. 

Critics, especially the Architectural Association of Kenya warn that the changes compromise the neoclassical heritage of the nearly century-old official presidential residence.

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Heritage experts have called for a halt to further aesthetic modifications, urging the government to consult conservation authorities and the public before proceeding.

 While officials argue the renovations are necessary for security and functionality, many Kenyans remain outraged given the broader context of economic hardship and crumbling public services.