Conversion of Land using Ardhi Sasa Platform

Here’s a clear, up-to-date guide to land title conversion using the Ardhi Sasa platform in Kenya, including what it is, how to use it, and how our firm, AWK Advocates, can support you every step of the way.

🧭 What is Ardhi Sasa?

• Also called the National Land Information Management System (NLIMS), launched in April 2021
• It digitizes land registration, administration, and mapping — offering a one-stop online portal for land services

🔄 Why Convert Your Title?

• Integrates old, manual registers into the modern Land Registration Act (LRA) system using RIMS cadastral mapping
• Ensures:
  
  • Secure and standardized titles
  • Elimination of fraud and double allocations
  • Faster land transactions and online access

📋 The Conversion Process — Step by Step

1. Government Prepares Maps & Gazette Notice

• The Ministry publishes updated cadastral maps and a list of land parcels to be converted

2. Lodge Complaints (if needed)

• If boundaries or details are incorrect, you can lodge a complaint in writing to the Registrar within 90 days

3. Apply Using LRA/Form 97

• Once maps are published, apply with:
  
  • Original title deed
  • ID documents
  • Completed LRA Form 97
  • Submit via Ardhi Sasa or in person

4. Registry Conversion

• The old register is formally closed.
• A new regulated title is opened under the LRA system and reflected on Ardhi Sasa

5. Receive Your Digital Title

• Old title is cancelled and held by the registrar.
• Your new title is visible and usable for all transactions via the digital system

💻 How to Use Ardhi Sasa Platform

1. Create an account via ardhisasa.lands.go.ke using your ID and email
2. Link your property using the parcel number, tenure type, and scanned title deed
3. Once linked, monitor the status of your application and upon approval, conduct searches, transfers, lease changes, and more — all digitally.

⚠️ Key Considerations

• Conversion is free of charge
• It does not affect ownership or boundaries
• Titles under conversion are temporarily unavailable for transactions until the process completes
• System setbacks: delays and technical issues have occurred during rollout

💼 How AWK Advocates Helps You

• ✅ Verifying eligibility and title accuracy
• ✅ Preparing and submitting LRA Form 97 and supporting documents
• ✅ Monitoring your application & responding to Registrar’s queries
• ✅ Helping file complaints if published maps are incorrect
• ✅ Ensuring seamless transition and readiness for digital transactions

🎯 In Summary

📞 Need Legal Support?

Land conversion can be complicated. Let AWK Advocates — experts in land law and Ardhi Sasa — guide you through each phase, ensuring your rights and property are fully secured.

🔗 Visit us at: awkadvocates.co.ke
📞 Contact us today to start your conversion or for help with potential disputes

Curious about expected timelines, boundary adjustments, or how Ardhi Sasa supports mortgages and subdivisions? I’m happy to walk you through that too!