The government revealed plans to compensate over 150 landowners whose properties are designated for major construction projects throughout the country.
These landowners had previously engaged with the government regarding the acquisition of their land for these developments.
As part of the compensation process, the government will seek public input on the affected parcels before finalizing the compensation plans.
According to a gazette notice issued last week, the government is initiating compensation for landowners involved in the Gatundu–Karinga–Flyover Road Project, which is set to be managed by the Kenya Rural Roads Authority (KeRRA).
Specifically, 13 landowners who contributed a total of 0.7743 hectares to the National Land Commission (NLC) on behalf of KeRRA will be compensated.
“Pursuant to sections 112 and 162 (2) of the Land Act, 2012, and following Gazette Notice No. 17193 of 2023,
The NLC, representing KeRRA, announces that inquiries will be held to address compensation claims for parties involved in the land required for the Gatundu–Karinga–Flyover Road Project,” stated Gershom Otachi, Chairperson of the NLC.
The notice also indicated that the names of 10 additional landowners who contributed a total of 0.2270 hectares will be removed from the records prior to the project’s commencement.
Furthermore, the government plans to compensate another set of 13 landowners whose parcels are being utilized for various road projects, including the Lamuria Ngobit–Withare–Junction B5 and the Junction B5 (Solio)–Lamuria routes, also under KeRRA’s oversight.
However, one landowner who provided 0.0768 hectares will be struck from the records.
Compensation will also extend to those who contributed land for the Mercy Njeri (Junction B5) – Mangu (Junction D317)– Rongai (Junction D318) Road.
In addition, the NLC and KeRRA will hold hearings to assess claims from another 66 landowners who contributed around 2.6838 hectares for the Toku Bridge and Approach Roads Project in Migori, with 48 landowners being removed from the list.
The government has urged affected parties to visit NLC offices in Nairobi, Kiambu, Migori, and Laikipia to submit their written claims for compensation by the inquiry date.
“Those interested in the affected land must deliver a written claim for compensation, along with a copy of their ID, Personal Identification Number (PIN), land ownership documents, and bank account details to the NLC by the inquiry date,” the NLC added.
