A Kakamega woman working as a househelp in Saudi Arabia for KSh 30,000 a month has left many Kenyans stunned after showing off a block of rental commercial units she built back home with her earnings.
Sarah Blessed, spoke to TUKO.co.ke, sharing photo of the property offering followers a look at her property, which carries the bold signage “Joymatt Buildings.”
How many months does it take to build commercial shops?
The units, set along a red-soil road, appear to form a row of commercial shops, representing a considerable investment for someone earning what many would consider a modest wage abroad.
What makes Sarah’s story particularly striking is the arithmetic behind it.
On a salary of KSh 30,000 a month, accumulating enough capital to construct and own rental premises requires years of deliberate saving, careful planning, and a clear vision.
Does Sarah have another property?
Sarah appears to have done exactly that, channelling her income as a domestic worker in the Gulf into bricks and mortar at home in Kakamega County.
This is not the first time Sarah has shared milestones from her journey. She previously built a four-bedroom ensuite home in Kenya while still working abroad, detailing the cost of construction and inspiring thousands of Kenyans in the diaspora who are trying to build assets back home.
Sarah’s latest reveal adds a commercial dimension to her portfolio, moving beyond residential property into income-generating rentals.
Does domestic work have limited financial upside?
For many Kenyans working in the Gulf states, domestic work is often seen as a temporary measure with limited financial upside.
Sarah’s trajectory challenges that assumption, demonstrating that consistent earnings, even at lower wage brackets, can be converted into lasting wealth when managed wisely.
Her TikTok following has been tracking her progress with keen interest, with the Joymatt Buildings video drawing significant engagement from viewers inspired by her approach to financial planning from abroad.
