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Chapter Four - The Bill of Rights

Article 40: Protection of Right to Property

🏠Property Rights

Every person has the right to acquire and own property, with protection against arbitrary deprivation.

Key Provisions

  • Right to acquire and own property anywhere in Kenya
  • No arbitrary deprivation of property
  • Compensation required for public acquisition of property
  • Protection of intellectual property rights
  • Rights don't extend to unlawfully acquired property