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November 25, 2025
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Win for Residents as Court Issues Fresh Directives in Demolitions Case

Win for Residents as Court Issues Fresh Directives in Demolitions Case

Omtatah welcomed the ruling, describing it as a major victory for the rule of law, maintaining that the county did not do proper public participation before embarking on the exercise...

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The Environment and Land Court in Busia County has issued conservatory orders halting demolitions by the County Government of Busia in Malaba Town, following a petition by Busia Senator Okiya Omtatah. The demolitions, aimed at urban reorganisation, were challenged over lack of public participation.

  • Justice Boaz Olao ruled to restrain demolitions in the Customs, Main Stage, and Kocholya areas.
  • Senator Okiya Omtatah described the ruling as a "major victory for the rule of law" and constitutionalism.
  • The Busia County Government claims public participation was conducted.

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