Landowners decry losses in mega projects compensation delay

When the government announced mega projects in the North Rift a few years ago, residents were ecstatic. The infrastructure promised to spur greater development in the agriculture rich region. Landowners hoped for quick compensation for their property.

However, such hopes were soon dashed after disputes cropped up locking their payouts. Today, the landowners feel short-changed as they watch the value of surrounding pieces of land appreciate astronomically while theirs’ are locked at the lower valuations made five years ago.