Kilifi County
30/09/2026
Residents of Kilifi County have called for more effective and accessible mechanisms to address land disputes and historical land injustices as the National Land Commission (NLC) continues public consultations on two draft regulations.
The consultations focused on the Draft Historical Land Injustices Regulations and the Draft Review of Grants and Dispositions of Public Land Regulations, giving residents and stakeholders an opportunity to raise concerns and propose recommendations.
Speaking during the forum, Deputy County Coordinator Kennedy Omari encouraged residents to openly share cases of historical injustices and explore Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) where appropriate. He also urged families to resolve inheritance issues amicably and advised residents with boundary disputes to seek guidance from the NLC, including support on surveying and demarcation.
Commissioner FCPA Susan Oyatsi emphasised the need to protect public land, particularly property belonging to public institutions such as schools. She said the Commission was in Kilifi to listen to the community and incorporate their views into the proposed regulations.
Maganga Antony of Human Rights Agenda (HURIA) noted that about 60 per cent of cases handled in the county originate from Kilifi, highlighting the need for efficient mechanisms to address complaints and disputes.
Magarini Ward MCA Samson Ziya called for greater efficiency in resolving complaints submitted to the Commission.
County Coordinator Umi Kugula explained the NLC’s mandate and outlined how complaints are handled in collaboration with the Ministry responsible for Lands.
Vice Chair Dr Julie Oseko thanked residents for actively participating in the consultations, assuring them that their views had been captured to inform the finalisation and adoption of the regulations. She also acknowledged Human Rights Agenda (HURIA) for its continued efforts to champion land rights and support community engagement on land governance.