The Kenyan land tenure system allows charges (encumbrances) to be registered against land, securing loans or other obligations. Key laws include the Land Act, 2012 and the Land Registration Act, 2012. Under these laws, a “charge” is broadly defined as an interest in land securing the payment of money or the fulfillment of a condition. Charges include formal mortgages, informal (customary) pledges, and...
Buying land in Kenya can be rewarding but carries risks like forged titles, unpaid rates, and ownership disputes. This guide covers each step of the due diligence process to help you buy land safely. It shows you how to verify title deeds, conduct official searches on ArdhiSasa (the national land information portal), confirm boundary beacons, check zoning and rates clearance, and complete legal transfer....
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