Kenyan Cement firms to supply 380 metre tall palm tower in construction

Depay said:
Tihahahhaaaaa.Walai, you sound so stupid. Kwa hivo hata haujui Watamu iko wapi? You think it's on top of Mt Elgon??
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20km from Malindi!! Does that sound like Miami to you? No, Ahsante kwa kuja.
 
thisdayes said:
20km from Malindi!! Does that sound like Miami to you? No, Ahsante kwa kuja.
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Tihihihihi...You are still arguing about 20km away from Malindi???Watamu is a coastline in itslelf and even better than Malindi....Looool
 

SUBMISSION
In undertaking this task, the ESIA experts endeavor to comply with the legal
requirements provided for and to guide the practices, activities and conduct of
environmental impact assessment, as contained in the National Environmental
Management and Coordination Act (EMCA) 1999 and (Amendment) 2018, and the
Environmental (Impact Assessment and/ Audit) Regulations, 2003 and other subsequent
legislations relating to the environment.
We, the undersigned, wish to certify that the particulars in this report are correct and a
truthful representation of all the findings relating to the proposed project
 
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Introduction
The Proponent, Palm Exotjca Limited, has proposed to put up an iconic mixed-use highrise
resort in Watamu, Kilifi County. The proposed development will consist of a 61
storey building and will be located on LR No. Gede/Kirepwe ‘B’/369 along Turtle Bay
Road in Dabaso, Kilifi North in Kilifi County. The development will occupy 0.94
hectares with a total construction area of 209,026 m.sq.
Other components of the proposed project include
• Parking and service buildings of 5 storeys each
• A waste water treatment plant
• 2 boreholes – subject to a different EIA study
• A helipad and underground water reservoirs
• Boundary wall, drainage works and associated facilities to enable the project to
operate optimally
Quoting the management: “Standing 61 storeys at 380 metres high, Palm Exotjca pays
tribute to luxurious yet eco-friendly design, organic cultural motifs and holistic
experience. Set to be the tallest tower in all of Kenya, this exclusive mixed-use
development is for the discerning traveller who appreciates life's finer things. From chic
residential suites to premium commercial space, eclectic restaurants, Palm Exotjca is an
impressive address designed to invoke and accentuate sustainability from its
surroundings for the residents to enjoy uninterrupted views of vivid warm ocean colours
and the picturesque Watamu Panorama."
 
1.2 The Proposed Project Design
The proposed Palm Exotjca high-rise development will comprise the following:
I. Four basements for parking and mechanical and technical maintenance
II. A 270-bedroom luxury hotel
The proposed Hotel is expected to offer a mix of guest rooms and suites. In addition to
guest rooms, the Hotel will have an all-day dining restaurant, two specialty restaurants, a
rooftop bar and restaurant and a beach bar and restaurant, two outdoor swimming pools, a
spa and a gym and other facilities typically found in a luxury hotel. It is expected to be
affiliated with a luxury brand that will appeal to international guests. The luxury rooms
will have a modern yet authentic design and feature high-end amenities that should give
the guests a sense of well-being and safety. The restaurants will create a “little-Dubai”
experience: quality food, gourmet products, modern design and high-end finishing and
vibrant atmospheres.
III. 189 branded apartments.
Branded residences are residential developments that are affiliated with a brand. They are
usually prime residential products and typically call for a premium on sales prices. The
Palm Exotjca apartments will be luxurious apartments offering modern and pure design
as well as high-end furniture. The Palm Exotjca will offer studios, one-bedroom, twobedroom
and three-bedroom apartments and penthouses with expansive balconies and
floor-to-ceiling windows. The apartments residents will have access to the proposed
Hotel food and beverage outlets and the spa as well as to a private lounge. A helipad will
be at the guests’ disposal. In addition, there will be a series of private dedicated
swimming pools for residents and each apartment will have two dedicated parking
spaces.
IV. More than 1,500 m2 of meeting and conference space
The convention centre is recommended to include a 550 m2 ballroom and a 500 m2
exhibition centre that can be open and connected together into one large ballroom to
ensure flexibility. It shall be located between the commercial centre and the proposed
Hotel, on the 7th floor of the Mixed-Use Development. The ballroom and meeting rooms
are expected to show five-star amenities, high-end features, pure design and modern
technology that will enhance a sense of luxury. The following characteristics for the
meeting area should be offered:
• Natural daylight in most of the meeting rooms.
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• The convention centre should offer outstanding views of the city and the Indian
Ocean and an outside space that can be used as a function area or as a
photography area for weddings.
• Each meeting room should include overhead/video projection screens, service
credenza, air conditioning, high-speed internet access and audiovisual equipment.
V. A commercial centre
It will be on six levels, from the ground floor to the fifth floor including:
• Retail shops. The retail component is likely to include a supermarket which will
be the anchor tenant and high-end specialized shops including but not limited to
fashion, jewelry, electronics, wine and gourmet food. All the featured brands will
likely be luxury and upscale brands.
• Food and beverage outlets which will likely be a mix of international high-end
outlets and specialty restaurants
• A Cinema
• High-end private offices.
The mall is expected to be comparable in quality to the Dubai Mall in Dubai.
The development will cover a total construction area of 209,026 m. sq. and should be the
tallest tower in Africa, offering unparalleled views of Watamu and the beach. As such, it
is expected to be an iconic development and the first of its kind on the East African coast.
The Palm Exotjca could be compared to international development such as The Porsche
Tower in Miami and Dubai Mixed-Use Tower also referred to as the Dancing Sisters.
 



2.2 General Site Analysis
From the initial analysis of the site, the site was found to be suitable for the proposed
development after the preliminary geotechnical investigation. The site is largely
unoccupied and directly fronts the Turtle Bay Road to the South.
The area where the proposed development is to be located is under agricultural use as per
the zoning regulations. However, the Physical Planning Act; Cap 286, section 29-41
allows for applications for Change of User and in the recent years, the area has become
an international tourist destination area with other luxury hotels like Ocean Sports;
Temple point, Hemingways, and Medina Palms among others in the vicinity.
Dabaso area is connected to the national electric grid and MAWASCO water supply
systems. Hydrogeological studies have shown potential ground water that can be utilized
to supplement water supplied from MAWASCO. Two (2) boreholes have been
suggested to be drilled on site, with their actual locations already established. The EIA
for the boreholes is part of a separate EIA.
 
Material input, products, by-products and waste
2.10.1 Material Inputs& Sources
Material inputs to be used in the construction of the proposed project are listed below.
I. Shell & Core
a. Ballast - Jaribuni Area in Kilifi County.
b. Sand - Mjana Heri (Past Malindi)
c. Machine Cut Stones - Tezo in Kilifi County
d. Cement - Bamburi Cement & Mombasa Cement factories
e. Reinforcement Steel- Apex steel, Prime steel, Athi Steel &Tononoka Steel
factories.
f. Structural Steel -Imported (To be imported because they are of special sizes.
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II. Facade
a. Glass and accessories: - Saint-Gobain. Tour Les Miroirs, 18 Avenue
d'Alsace, 92 096 La Défense Cedex, France
b. Aluminum and accessories: - Norsk Hydro ASA (Norway) – 2.1mmt.
III. Finishes – All finishes, fit-out works, equipment and furniture will be imported
through luxury living group and assembled locally on site.
 
Edward Wanjala said:
You said so on Lamu Port, first berth commissioning August. Where is Bagamoyo.? You said so on Tatu City, Now a reality. You said so on Konza, now being done day and night. Ukija kulia utalia wewe!!!!
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Lamu haina maisha tena kwasababu ethiopia kashawakimbia kwenda djebout na lamu port haiwezi malizika ujenzi kwasbabau haina maisha kilichobaki hapo mujiandae kulipa pesa za mchina 2.5trillion ksh😆😆😆😆

Bagamoyo tumeismamisha kwasababu haikua na manufaa kwa nchi kwa sasa hvi

Tatu, konza hakuna kitu zaidi yakua white elephant edward sometimes mukubaliane na ukweli hata kama ni aibu kwenu😜😜

Tatu na konza nimeanza kuziskia miaka 8 iliopita na hamujajenga hata 0.001% ya renders😆😆😆
 
Tihihihi…..Sometimes you just don't argue so much about nothing.Like if I may what is your bone of contention?Bagamoyo si eti mlisimamisha juu haikuwa na manufaa,Mlikuwa mnatapatapa tu kama kawaida yenu.
 
Depay said:
Tihihihi…..Sometimes you just don't argue so much about nothing.Like if I may what is your bone of contention?Bagamoyo si eti mlisimamisha juu haikuwa na manufaa,Mlikuwa mnatapatapa tu kama kawaida yenu.
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Sisi tuna port 4 my friend ambaso ziko active so naona unapata tabu sana na port zote ziko under expansion so lazima tusimamishe project isiokua na manufaa ya nchi

Sisi sio kama nyie mulioingizea mkenge na mchina lapset yenyewe ethiopia kashawakimbia anadeal na djebout sasa hvi😆😆😆😆😆

Sasa mujiandae kulipa loan za mchina 😜😜
 
I know you even have 20 ports or something
 
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