Land grabbing suspected as controversy over property owned by school in Ksauni constituency sucks in local MP

Land grabbing suspected as controversy over property owned by school in Ksauni constituency sucks in local MP

Speaking to the press, Richard Majimbo, a resident, said the estate, which houses more than 10,000 people, was developed without sufficient space for public utilities.

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Revisiting Simmers Restaurant land dispute in Nairobi’s red district: A 14-year war of the high and mighty

Revisiting Simmers Restaurant land dispute in Nairobi’s red district: A 14-year war of the high and mighty

In a major ruling by Justice Ogutu Mboya, the court recently reaffirmed Margaret Magugu’s right to possession, occupation and use of the land. The judge ordered that the “status quo” be maintained, effectively stopping any new developers or “unknown groups” from seizing the property by force.

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Siaya headteacher surrenders, arrested over murder of retired teacher and his wife over long-running land dispute

Siaya headteacher surrenders, arrested over murder of retired teacher and his wife over long-running land dispute

During last Sunday’s incident, the suspect allegedly killed Joseph Ooko Owuoth, a retired teacher and his wife Pamela Akeyo Ooko over a land dispute. The suspect assaulted Owuoth and Pamela at Wi Kawiti village, Gem Sori Kachiena Location in Rangwe Sub-County before going into hiding.

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