Lack of title deeds may hinder the compensation process for victims of the human wildlife conflicts in Kinna ward in Isiolo county.
Residents are encountering major obstacles in receiving government compensation for losses caused by human-wildlife conflicts due to the lack of the vital documents.
The primary challenge lies in the absence of formal land ownership documents, particularly title deeds, which are a crucial requirement in the current compensation process.
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki recently visited the region and issued a KSh 56 million cheque aimed at supporting families affected by wildlife related incidents.
This gesture forms part of the Kenya Kwanza administration’s broader initiative to address the impacts of human-wildlife conflicts nationwide.
However, many locals, especially in Kina ward, say they are unable to benefit from this support due to lack of proof of land ownership.
“We don’t have title deeds here. How can we benefit from government compensation if we don’t meet the requirements?” asked Ali Osman, a local agro pastoralist.
Speaking at Rapsu, Kina ward MCA Major Abdinur Dima Jillo called on the government to hasten the issuance of land title deeds.
He stressed that resolving the documentation gap would pave the way for quicker and more equitable compensation to the affected residents.
Isiolo Governor Abdi Guyo said the surveying was ongoing with DP Kindiki pledging to help fast track the process.
The national government has committed to settling all pending wildlife compensation claims by the end of 2026.
However, the situation in Kinna ward highlights the urgent need for alternative ways to verify land ownership.
