Yes, manual registration is still in use at the Nairobi Land Registry in Kenya, though its application is limited and increasingly rare due to the introduction of electronic systems.
Current Registration Landscape
The Ministry of Lands and Physical Planning launched the National Land Information Management System (NLIMS), also known as Ardhisasa, to digitize land transactions. This system was initially rolled out in Nairobi and the Central Registry, with plans to expand nationwide. However, as of recent reports, the system has faced significant challenges, including technical failures and incomplete data migration, leading to disruptions in land transactions .(wmoadvocates.com, agoadvocates.com, nation.africa)
Manual Registration Scenarios
Despite the push towards digitalization, manual registration remains a fallback option in certain circumstances:
- Incomplete Digital Records: Properties with unverified or missing records in the digital system may require manual processing.
- System Failures: Persistent issues with the electronic system may necessitate manual registration to avoid transaction delays.
- Specific Registries: Transactions involving properties under the Government Lands Registry (GLA) and Central Registry (RTA) are still processed manually .(wmoadvocates.com)
- Legal Instruments: In some cases, the Registrar may require the physical presentation of original documents for verification, even within the electronic system .(mman.co.ke)
Conclusion
While the Nairobi Land Registry has made strides towards digitization, manual registration remains a viable and sometimes necessary process, especially when digital systems are inoperative or incomplete. Stakeholders should be prepared for both scenarios and maintain flexibility in their approach to land transactions.
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