Land Law is a foundational course that introduces students to the legal principles governing the ownership, use, and regulation of land and immovable property. It provides an in-depth understanding of how land rights are acquired, transferred, protected, and limited by statutory and customary law. The course is designed to equip students with the necessary knowledge to analyze and interpret land tenure systems, land registration processes, property rights, and legal instruments relating to land use and development.
This course explores both common law and statutory frameworks of land ownership and focuses on practical issues related to land use, property rights, boundary disputes, easements, and the role of land in economic and social development. In the context of Kenya and other African jurisdictions, the course further considers the impact of colonial history, customary tenure systems, and recent constitutional and legislative reforms such as the Land Act, the Land Registration Act, and the National Land Commission Act.
- Teacher: Sharon Koringo