Former Nairobi Speaker Beatrice Elachi gave a rare tour of her Kajiado country home during a TV show, revealing she owned the property since 2010.She credited COTU boss Francis Atwoli for inspiring her to invest in land.

Elachi shared her design philosophy for rural homes, advising against replicating Nairobi lifestyles and suggesting bungalows over multi-storey houses for future comfort.She also discussed losing nearly 100 goats to disease, linking the losses to risks of importing livestock without proper veterinary checks.Despite the setbacks, she remained positive, highlighting the vibrant greenery and curated outdoor space as key elements of her rural retreat.The interview emphasized balancing practicality with aesthetics in rural living while acknowledging the challenges faced by farmers in Kajiado.