The term of the inaugural commissioners of the National Land Commission has come to an end. A few days ago, one of the commissioners was quoted as stating that they had achieved a lot in their six-year term. They were also quoted a blaming the ministry of Lands for their failure to deliver. It is important that an objective assessment be undertaken on the performance of the commission.
The commissioners came into office against huge public expectations. Land remains a key factor not just of production but also affects livelihoods and governance in Kenya. The land question had vexed the country for long and was a critical agenda in the efforts to address the route causes of the 2007-8 post-election violence.
