How repeat tourism and changing work patterns drive land value along Kenya’s Indian Ocean coastline
According to the report, prime coastal land that is defined as land within one kilometre of the beachfront, covers approximately 536 square kilometres. However, about 30 per cent of this land is unavailable for development due to natural features
Policeman killed intra-ethnic fighting in Kenya’s Rift Valley region over 2,800-acre land worth $774 million
Addressing the press, Governor Lenku condemned the violence saying leaders must be allowed access to guide the community and ensure justice. He insisted that the Kibiko land belongs to the people through the Keekonyokie Trust and emphasised that no outsiders would be allowed to displace the rightful owners.
How wanton gold mining in Migori has degraded swathes of the county into wasteland
The massive vegetation clearing meant to pave the way for mining activities has resulted in increased surface runoff that largely contributes to water pollution, with chemicals such as mercury and sodium carbonate finding their way to the area water bodies.
