Nairobi, May 9 -- Dear Vivian,

I am in an all-women chama that focuses on economic empowerment. We purchase land on behalf of our members. What are the land rights that we should be aware of and how do we navigate the purchase process?

Nancy Naiserian,

Isinya.

Dear Nancy,

The landscape of women's land rights in Kenya has undergone significant transformation, particularly in the wake of constitutional reforms. Over the years, there have been efforts to address historical injustices and discriminatory practices that marginalised women face in matters land ownership and inheritance. These efforts have culminated in notable changes in the legal framework and policy landscape.

One striking change is that the Constitution, without explici...