To boost efficiency and transparency in land administration, the Makueni County Government, through the Department of Lands, Urban Planning, Development and Environment, has launched the Ardhi System. The system was officially launched by Governor Mutula Kilonzo Jr. at the Makueni Integrated Vocational Education Centre (MIVEC) and will digitalize and simplify land transactions for residents.
Digital Land Services
The Ardhi System will provide seamless access to key land services, reduce bureaucratic delays and curb corruption in the sector. Services available on the platform are:
✅ Pay property rates and rent
✅ Plot search and verification
✅ Apply for construction permits
✅ Clearance certificates
✅ Development permits and approvals
Governor Mutula Kilonzo Jr. emphasized that land ownership is a fundamental right and assured residents that the Ardhi System will make accessing land services easier, transparent and corruption-free.
"The Makueni Ardhi System will not only be efficient but also increase revenue collection for better service delivery," he said.
Efficiency and Revenue Collection
The Ardhi System has digitalized 32,332 plots, up from 27,000 plots previously documented. This will boost revenue collection, with the county targeting Ksh 170 million from land based revenue streams in the 2024/2025 financial year.
Deputy Governor Lucy Mulili said the system will enhance governance and accountability, eliminate past inefficiencies and corruption.
"For years land has been marred with inefficiencies and corruption. With this system we are ensuring land transactions are transparent and residents can access services from anywhere at any time," she said.
Online Access
Makueni Residents can now access land services through the Ardhi System portal by visiting:
www.lims.makueni.go.keThe system fits into the county government’s digitalisation agenda so that landowners, developers and investors can benefit from a seamless, efficient and secure service.
Towards Digital Governance
The launch of the Ardhi System is part of the Makueni County Smart Governance Strategy to use technology for public service delivery. Governor Mutula Kilonzo Jr. re-affirmed his administration’s commitment to modernizing land management and make services accessible to all residents.
Also in attendance was the Executive Committee Member for Lands, Japheth Mang’oka and other county officials and stakeholders.
With technology driven governance, Makueni County is setting the pace for efficient, transparent and accountable land administration and will lead to better service delivery and economic growth.