Mirriah Wahu Kagiri is 90 years old and has been fighting for her family’s land for over 50 years. In 1972, the government took 818 acres of land from her family in Nairobi. The case is still in court today, and Kagiri believes the land was taken unfairly. Even though the case has been dragging on for many years, she hasn’t given up. Kagiri is determined to get the land back before she dies.
Her long fight shows how difficult it is for many people in Kenya to get their land back from the government. Many years have passed, and even though Kagiri has lost family members along the way, she continues to fight for what she believes is rightfully hers.
Her story is part of a bigger issue in Kenya where many people have lost their land over the years and struggle to get it back. The long court process has also shown how slow the justice system can be, making it harder for people to get justice in a reasonable amount of time.
Kagiri’s case is more than just about her land. It is a reminder to everyone in Kenya that land rights need to be protected. She hopes that one day her family will get their land back and that her fight will inspire others to keep fighting for what they believe is theirs. Even though she is old, she continues to hope for the day when her land is returned to her family.
Her determination shows how much land means to people and why it is so important to make sure justice is served. Kagiri’s fight is still ongoing, but her hope remains strong.
By Newshub