About Litmus
Building trust infrastructure for Kenya's land market.
Our Mission
Litmus exists to reduce the risk and uncertainty that surrounds land transactions in Kenya. For too long, buyers, lenders, and developers have had to navigate a fragmented landscape of court records, gazette notices, and registry information — with no reliable way to bring it all together before committing capital.
We are building the intelligence layer that sits between public legal records and the people who need to make informed decisions about land. By systematically extracting, structuring, and analyzing information from court judgments, gazette publications, and other public sources, Litmus provides a clearer picture of any parcel's legal standing.
Our goal is straightforward: make it possible for anyone — whether an individual buyer in Nairobi, a Kenyan living abroad, or a bank evaluating collateral — to understand the risks associated with a piece of land before making a decision they cannot undo.
The Problem We Solve
Land disputes are one of the most persistent challenges in Kenya. The cost is not only financial — it affects families, communities, and the economy. Critical information exists in public records, but accessing and interpreting it remains a significant barrier.
~30%
of Kenyan court cases are land-related
7M+
parcels across 47 counties
Billions
in KES lost to land fraud annually
Our Principles
The values that guide how we build and operate.
Transparency
Every finding in a Litmus report is traceable to a specific source. We show our evidence and explain our reasoning — no black boxes.
Trust
We handle sensitive information responsibly. Our methodology, limitations, and data practices are openly documented.
Simplicity
Land verification should not require expert knowledge to understand. We deliver clear, structured outputs that anyone can act on.
Kenya-First
Built specifically for Kenya's legal and land tenure systems. We understand the unique challenges and realities of the Kenyan land market.
Have Questions?
We are happy to discuss how Litmus can support your land due diligence needs.