National Land Commission

04/09/2026

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04/09/2026

The Commission was privileged to be visited by the Chief Guest, H.E. Francis Thoya, Deputy Governor of Mombasa County. He commended the Commission for the great work it has done in addressing and resolving land matters across the Coastal region.

We remain committed to serving the people and advancing solutions to land-related challenges.Abdillahi Saggaf CHRP, Kabale Tache Arero, MBS

03/09/2026

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03/09/2026

NLC Joins Key Stakeholders to Advance Digital Land Governance Agenda

Today, the NLC Chair, Dr. Abdillahi Alawy, and the Chief Executive Officer, CHRP. Kabale Tache, represented the Commission at the Programme Advisory Committee (PAC) meeting for the Digital Land Governance Programme (DLGP). The high-level session was chaired by the Cabinet Secretary for Lands, Hon. Alice Wahome, underscoring the Government’s priority on sector reform.

The Commission remains unwavering in its commitment to transforming land administration through technology. In the current era, leveraging digital solutions is no longer an optional luxury but an imperative for ensuring transparency, efficiency, and security in land governance. The NLC views this digitization agenda as the cornerstone of eliminating historical inefficiencies and enhancing service delivery to the public.

The Commission deeply appreciates the steadfast support of the development partners, notably the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) and the European Union (EU). Their continued collaboration with the Commission, the Ministry of Lands, the Judiciary, and the County Governments is instrumental in driving this agenda forward. This multi-agency synergy is vital for the successful implementation of the DLGP.

The PAC meeting brought together key sector players to chart the way forward. Among the notable attendees were H.E. Prof. Anyang’ Nyong’o (Kisumu Governor and Chairperson, Lands, Housing and Urban Development at COG), Hon. Justice Oscar Angote (Presiding Judge, Environment and Land Court), Farayi Zimudzi (FAO Representative in Kenya), Sanne Willen (Head of Unit, European Union), Eric Nyadimo (ISK President), and Husna Mbarak (Land Governance Programme Manager at FAO).Anyang' Nyong'o Hon. Alice Wahome Ministry of Lands, Public Works, Housing and Urban Development The Institution of Surveyors of Kenya European Union in Kenya FAO Kenya Abdillahi Saggaf CHRP, Kabale Tache Arero, MBS

03/09/2026

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03/09/2026

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02/09/2026

NLC Engages Makueni County Government Leadership Ahead of Public Participation on Historical Land Injustices Regulations, 2026.

The National Land Commission (NLC) has engaged Makueni County Government leadership ahead of the public participation forum on the Investigation of Historical Land Injustices Regulations, 2026, held today, 2nd September 2026, at Green Park, Wote.

The NLC delegation, led by Chairman Dr. Abdillahi Saggaf Alawy, Vice Chairperson Dr. Julie Oseko, and Commissioners Hon. Mary Seneta, Vincent Kigen and FCPA Susan Oyatsi, held consultative meeting with Makueni Governor Hon. Mutula Kilonzo Jr on land matters affecting the county but touching on the commission mandate.

Discussions focused on historical land injustices (HLI) already heard, determined and gazetted, pending HLI claims, land tenure regularisation, county land matters and compensation claims arising from the Thwake Dam Project.

H.E Governor Kilonzo urged the Commission to undertake site visits to affected areas to support efforts towards resolving outstanding compensation issues. He also highlighted the county’s initiative that supports residents with succession cases through the county legal aid.

Chairman Dr. Abdillahi Saggaf Alawy thanked the Governor for the engagement and commended the county for its organised presentation of land issues afflicting the county.He assured the county leadership that the Commission would work towards appropriate solutions.

Vice Chairperson Dr. Julie Oseko emphasised the need for thorough investigations, site visits, collaboration and the use of Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) to address land disputes and reduce case backlogs.

Commissioner Hon. Mary Seneta assured the county that the matters raised would be prioritised, while Commissioners Vincent Kigen and FCPA Susan Oyatsi highlighted the importance of addressing land matters with urgency, strengthening county feedback mechanisms with the commission and supporting land use planning in the county and public school titling initiative christened “Piga Nduru” initiative.

The commission delegation also paid a courtesy call to Makueni County Commissioner Mr. Khalifa Abdullahi, who assured the team of adequate security and support during the public participation exercise.

At Green Park, Wote, Head of the Historical Land Injustices Secretariat Edmond Gichuru took participants through the draft HLI Regulations, providing residents and stakeholders with an opportunity to submit their views, concerns and recommendations.

Commissioner Hon. Mary Seneta further encouraged residents to participate freely and assured them of continued engagement by the Commission at the grassroots level.

The public participation forum provides an important platform for affected communities, state and non-state actors, local leaders and members of the public to contribute to strengthening a fair, transparent and responsive framework for the investigation and redress of historical land injustices.

The engagement demonstrates NLC’s commitment to working closely with members of the public,communities and government institutions to address land issues in the country.

Also present were Acting Director of Land Use Planning and Research Mary Ngundo,Secretariat staff from NLC head office and Makueni NLC staff headed by the Acting County Coordinator Seline Ouma.Government of Makueni County Mutula Kilonzo Jr Abdillahi Saggaf Hon Mary Yiane Seneta Kigen Vincent CHRP, Kabale Tache Arero, MBS

02/09/2026

‎NLC Begins Turkana Community Engagements Ahead of Oil Compensation
‎The National Land Commission (NLC) has begun community engagements in Turkana ahead of the issuance of awards and compensation of about 3,600 Project Affected Persons (PAPs) under the Turkana Oil Project.
‎The Commission held community barazas with Community Land Management Committees (CLMCs) in Nakukulas and Kapese in Turkana East and Turkana South constituencies respectively, to brief residents on the planned compensation process and the documentation required to facilitate payment.
‎Residents of Nakukulas welcomed the the development and pledged to cooperate with officials during the process.
‎The engagements followed a meeting between the NLC team and Turkana County Commissioner, alongside Deputy County Commissioners from Turkana East and Turkana South, to discuss the long-awaited compensation exercise.
‎The National Government Administration Officers (NGAO) from the two administration areas were also sensitised on the process and their role in mobilising and supporting affected communities.
‎The NLC team was led by project lead, Jacob Kipaa from the Directorate of Valuation and Taxation and Turkana County Cordinator Mr Mark Ewosit Ewoi. The NLC field team is already on the ground and will continue engaging affected communities, as well as serving award and collecting and verifying documentation required for payment.
‎The Commission said the engagements were aimed at ensuring PAPs are adequately informed and that the compensation process is undertaken in a transparent, orderly and participatory manner.
‎Also present were Mr. Raphael Kuria, representing the Principal Secretary in the State Department for Petroleum, Bethwell Sang, representing Gulf Energy and Turkana County Government.Gulf Energy Development

02/09/2026

📢 Meet the National Land Commission at the Mombasa International Show!

The National Land Commission (NLC) is participating in the Mombasa International Show, taking place from 2nd to 6th September 2026 at Mkomani Show Ground.

This year’s theme, “Promoting Climate Smart Agriculture and Trade Initiative for Sustainable Economic Growth,” highlights the importance of sustainable practices in driving economic development.

The trade fair and exhibition provides an important platform for the Commission to sensitize the public on its mandate and functions. Engaging directly with citizens on land-related matters.

📍 Visit our stand!
Our team is ready to listen to you, provide guidance and address your land-related concerns and questions.

🤝 Come and engage with us. We look forward to meeting you! Abdillahi Saggaf CHRP, Kabale Tache Arero, MBS

02/09/2026

NLC presents views on Kenya Economic Zones Bill before parliamentary committee.

The National Land Commission (NLC) has appeared before the National Assembly Departmental Committee on Trade, Industry and Cooperatives to present its views on the Kenya Economic Zones Bill, 2026 (National Assembly Bill No. 46 of 2026).
The session, chaired by the committee chairperson Hon. Marianne Kitany, was attended by NLC Commissioner Vincent Kigen and the Chief Executive Officer Kabale Tache.
The Commission supported the proposed harmonisation of the Special Economic Zones and Export Processing Zones frameworks under the Bill. However, it called for the legislation to expressly recognise the constitutional mandate of the NLC in the management and administration of public land.
The Commission told the committee that land held, used or occupied by entities operating under the economic zones framework constitutes public land and that matters relating to its management and administration should be undertaken in consultation with the NLC.
The Commission said explicit recognition of its mandate in the proposed law would help ensure that land-related decisions under the economic zones framework comply with the Constitution and applicable land laws.
The committee considered the Commission's submissions as it continues its deliberations on the Bill.
The session was also attended by NLC Director of Land Administration and Management Dr Samuel Nthuni and Director of Legal Affairs and Dispute Resolution Brian Ikol.Kigen Vincent CHRP, Kabale Tache Arero, MBS