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Court rejects Ruaraka land appeal, upholds public ownership of school land

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Court rejects Ruaraka land appeal, upholds public ownership of school land

The decision, delivered in Nairobi on Friday by Justices W. Karanja, F. Tuiyott and W. Korir, reinforces an earlier ruling by the Environment and Land Court (ELC), which found that the land on which the two schools sit had already been surrendered to the Government and therefore remained public land.

By David Abonyo 5 Jul 2026

Front row from left: NLC Commissioner Julie Oseko, NLC Chairperson Abdillahi Saggaf, NLC CEO Kabale Tache, and Chief Finance Officer Ben Cherutich when they appeared before the National Assembly Lands Committee on April 19, 2026. PHOTO/DAVID BOGONKO NYOKANG'I

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NLC pushes for Sh7.05 billion as land cases and compensation delays pile up

The Commission noted that it is dealing with claims spread across various regions, many dating back years, requiring detailed checks, documentation, and verification before any decisions can be made.

By David Bogonko Nyokang'i 19 May 2026

CJ Koome urges new NLC commissioners to strengthen land governance

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CJ Koome urges new NLC commissioners to strengthen land governance

Speaking during the swearing-in ceremony of the commissioners on Monday, she highlighted the Commission’s critical role in the country’s constitutional framework, emphasizing that executing this mandate will require courage, integrity, and steadfast commitment to the rule of law.

By David Abonyo 23 Mar 2026

NLC launches probe into land disputes in Turkana’s oil zones

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NLC launches probe into land disputes in Turkana’s oil zones

Oil was first discovered in the Lokichar Basin in 2012, with Tullow Oil confirming commercially viable reserves. Once the pipeline to Lamu is complete, the fields are expected to produce up to 120,000 barrels per day.

By Maureen Kinyanjui 8 Jan 2026

High Court voids timelines set for NLC in land injustice cases

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High Court voids timelines set for NLC in land injustice cases

The decision stems from a petition filed by activist and Busia Senator Okiya Omtatah, who challenged amendments that attempted to give the NLC a one-year window to reach determinations and three years to carry out remedies in matters involving past land crimes. The court agreed with him that these timelines had no constitutional basis and would interfere with the Commission’s role.

By Maureen Kinyanjui 28 Nov 2025

NLC vacancies quashed as court upholds commissioners’ tenure

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NLC vacancies quashed as court upholds commissioners’ tenure

Justice Chacha Mwita, delivering his judgment on Tuesday, noted that while no direct violation of the law had occurred, the government’s actions posed a genuine threat to the Constitution and required judicial intervention.

By Maureen Kinyanjui 11 Nov 2025

NLC conducts public hearings in Mandera to enhance transparency in land regularization

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NLC conducts public hearings in Mandera to enhance transparency in land regularization

The hearings, held at the Mandera County Public Works Hall, follow a formal request for land regularization that was approved during the Commission’s 183rd Plenary Session.

By Chrispho Owuor 4 Nov 2025

NLC sets compensation hearing for lAPSSET land in Garissa

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NLC sets compensation hearing for lAPSSET land in Garissa

The Gazette notice refers to previous land acquisition notices dating back to 2016, highlighting the phased implementation of the LAPSSET project. The inclusion of the Kamuthe parcel ensures that all land required for the project’s infrastructure in Garissa County is properly secured.

By Chrispho Owuor 28 Oct 2025

Senate questions land commission over years-long pending land cases

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Senate questions land commission over years-long pending land cases

The meeting revealed that some petitions filed as far back as 2021 remain unresolved. Among these are disputes over illegal land alienation in Kiambu, contested ownership in Olderkesi, Narok West, and claims in Mombasa.

By Ann Nyambura 24 Sep 2025

Ten contenders vie for NLC Chair as 51 eye member positions

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Ten contenders vie for NLC Chair as 51 eye member positions

The Selection Panel emphasized that the shortlist was the result of a careful review of applications submitted following a public call issued on August 27, 2025.

By Rose Achieng 24 Sep 2025

Mandera East land dispute exposes clash between public and private interests

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Mandera East land dispute exposes clash between public and private interests

The controversy stems from a National Land Commission (NLC) notice published on September 8, 2025, which opened a 30-day window for objections to the regularisation of 5,317 plots across ten areas.

By Maureen Kinyanjui 16 Sep 2025

PSC opens search for National Land Commission chairperson, members

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PSC opens search for National Land Commission chairperson, members

In a statement shared on its X page on Friday, August 29, 2025, the commission said applications will be accepted until Tuesday, September 16, 2025.

By Maureen Kinyanjui 30 Aug 2025

Ruto appoints panel to nominate National Land Commission chair, members

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Ruto appoints panel to nominate National Land Commission chair, members

The panel will be tasked with shortlisting suitable candidates to lead the commission in managing the country’s land matters

By Maureen Kinyanjui 16 Aug 2025

House Committee wants DCI to probe Lands Ministry over fraud claims

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House Committee wants DCI to probe Lands Ministry over fraud claims

The Committee on Implementation expressed disappointment during a sitting on Tuesday after the Ministry failed to provide clear progress on the enforcement of recommendations from two House reports adopted in the 12th Parliament.

By Maureen Kinyanjui 23 Jul 2025

Court lifts block on Sh98 billion Northern Kenya road project

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Court lifts block on Sh98 billion Northern Kenya road project

The ruling clears the way for the ambitious road that will connect Isiolo, Modogashe, Wajir, Kotulo, Elwak, Rhamu and Mandera, traversing the counties of Isiolo, Meru, Garissa, Wajir and Mandera.

By Rose Achieng 25 Jun 2025

Key Parliament assets still lack legal ownership, MPs warn

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Key Parliament assets still lack legal ownership, MPs warn

One particularly difficult case is that of Protection House, which was given to PSC by the Office of the President, but remains listed under the National Treasury.

By Maureen Kinyanjui 23 Apr 2025