Through the National Land Commission (NLC) and Kenyan Rural Roads Authority (KeRRA), the government is revving up its infrastructure development plans by acquiring land for several critical road construction projects across the country.

Landowners whose properties lie along the designated routes will be fairly compensated for their contribution to this national endeavour.

The NLC has taken the lead in ensuring a smooth and transparent process by issuing a detailed gazette notice.

This notice outlines the specific road projects, the compensation procedures, and the initial project – the Mukuyu-Githambo-Kiruri Road (D440).

"The National Land Commission, on behalf of Kenya Rural Roads Authority (KeRRA), gives notice of inquiry for hearing of claims to compensation for interested parties in the land required for the construction of Mukuyu – Githambo – Kiruri (D440) Road Project shall be held on the dates and places," the notice read.

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This project will directly impact 102 landowners who will have the opportunity to present their claims for compensation during designated hearings between June 19th and 26th at designated locations within the relevant administrative areas.

To ensure transparency and fairness throughout the compensation process, the NLC requires affected landowners to submit a formal claim for compensation before the hearing date.

This claim should include a copy of their government-issued ID, Personal Identification Number (PIN), verifiable land ownership documents, and bank account details.

Landowners can submit their claims in person at either the NLC offices in Nairobi or the NLC County Coordinator's office in Murang'a County.

The land acquisition program extends far beyond the initial Mukuyu-Githambo-Kiruri Road project.

The NLC has identified additional projects in Kiambu County (Gatiiguru-Ithanga-Gakungu and Gakungu-Kamahuha-Mbombo Road) and Kwale County (Kwale-Kinango Road) that will require land acquisition.

Affected landowners in these areas can expect to be notified and informed of the compensation process in due course.

"Plans for the affected land may be inspected during office hours at the office of the National Land Commission Ardhi House and at the National Land Commission County Co-ordinator’s Offices,"  the statement read.

This initiative to acquire land for road construction projects follows a similar government move to secure land for the expansion of geothermal power generation.

These actions highlight Kenya's commitment to fostering infrastructure development across various sectors, which will undoubtedly contribute to the nation's economic growth and progress.

As these projects unfold, Kenyans can anticipate improved connectivity, enhanced trade opportunities, and a potential boost to the job market.