Adverse Possession

The Environment and Land Court in Thika has ruled in favor of James Kamau Githuka, awarding him ownership of a parcel in Githunguri, Utawala, after 20 years of open occupation. Registered owner Njoroge Njau lost the property due to his prolonged absence and failure to enforce his rights. This decision highlights the legal consequences for absentee landowners under Kenya's adverse possession laws.