Kioni v Kimotho & another (Enviromental and Land Originating Summons E002 of 2023) [2026] KEELC 754 (KLR) (12 February 2026) (Judgment)
- Court
- Environment & Land Court
- Case number
- 754
- Citation
- [2026] KEELC 754 (KLR)
- Decided
- 12 February 2026
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TypeAdverse PossessionPostureAppeal from the original trialCoramMOGENI J
Holding
The Court declares that the Applicant has acquired title to the land by adverse possession and directs the registration of the Applicant as the proprietor.
Facts
The Applicant George Kahugu Kioni claims adverse possession of the land known as Kiganjo/Kiamwangi/T.131, which was registered in the names of the 1st and 2nd Respondents. The Applicant contends they have occupied the land for over 12 years.
Issues
- Whether the Applicant has acquired title to the land by adverse possession.
- Whether the Respondents' title should be extinguished.
Reasoning
The Court found that the Applicant has been in adverse possession of the land for over 12 years, which extinguishes the Respondents' title.
Outcome
In favor of the Applicant
Orders
- Registration of the Applicant as the proprietor of the land.
- Inhibition order against the Respondents.
- Costs to be borne by the parties.
Remedies
- Registration of the Applicant as the proprietor.
- Inhibition of any transfer of the land.
Authorities cited
Legislation (3)
- Land Act No. 6 of 2012
- Land Registration Act No. 3 of 2012
- Limitations of Actions Act (Cap 22)
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