Government affirms Martin Luther Primary owns Makadara land, pledges title deed

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Kenya's government confirmed Martin Luther Primary School legally owns 8.4 acres in Makadara and pledged a title deed, resolving long-standing encroachment concerns. Lands Cabinet Secretary Alice Wahome announced the decision Wednesday after a ministry resurvey. A lease was issued to Nairobi City County in trust for the school, with a certificate of title to follow, following Senator Edwin Sifuna's Senate inquiry. A separate dispute remains: private entity Thabiti Enterprises Ltd reportedly claims five acres of the grounds. Community members and residents had raised alarms over encroachment attempts and alleged attacks targeting the school.


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