Makueni Governor, Mutula Kilonzo Jnr, has taken a significant step to ensure the rightful ownership of public lands across the County by issuing 600 title deeds.
Among the beneficiaries of this initiative are various public entities such as churches, cattle dips, water points, Early Childhood Development (ECDE) centers, and County Technical Training institutes (CTTIs), as disclosed by Mutula.
“Today signifies a remarkable achievement in our ongoing efforts to safeguard and maintain public utilities, ultimately benefiting the community at large.
600 public utilities will now have their rightful title deeds,” stated Mutula during the distribution ceremony held outside his Wote Town Office on Tuesday.
He emphasized the importance of this action, stating, “The issuance of these title deeds reflects our government’s steadfast dedication to ensuring secure land tenure for both private and public properties.
We understand that land ownership is not merely a legal process but a fundamental right that empowers individuals and communities.”
Mutula also announced that the survey for 116 plots has been approved, and allotment letters will be distributed by June 30, 2024, by the County government.
Additionally, allotment letters for 206 and 104 plot owners in Kikima and Nunguni towns will be issued within the next 60 days.
The Governor highlighted ongoing surveying work in Kathozweni and Mtito Andei, which aims to benefit landowners within these towns who have struggled to obtain title deeds for many years.
Regarding plans, Mutula revealed that the County has initiated planning and processing of title deeds for parcels in Soko Mjinga (Emali), Kibwezi, and Misogeni, Makindu.
He mentioned that the necessary bill is prepared for presentation in the County Assembly to facilitate the passage of these initiatives.
“In collaboration with the National Ministry for Lands through the Kenya Informal Settlement Improvement Project (KISIP), we have made significant progress in planning and issuing title deeds for parcels in Emali, Kibwezi, and Makindu towns,” Mutula explained.
Furthermore, Mutula outlined other areas set to benefit from this initiative, including residents of Kathekani ‘B’ Settlement Scheme, Ngai-Ndethya, Nguu, Ngiluni, and Kinyoo, among others.