Author: Admin
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When parents separate or divorce, one of the most difficult and emotionally charged decisions involves who gets custody of the children. Child custody disputes can be overwhelming, especially if you’re unfamiliar with Kenyan family law. Whether you’re a mother, father, or guardian, this guide will help you understand your legal rights and options when it…
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The Administrator or Executor of a deceased person’s Estate may be removed and substituted if the appointed person dies, is incapacitated or refuses to perform their duties. An application to remove or substitute an administrator or executor may be made by the beneficiaries, co-administrators, co-executors, or creditors of the estate. When a loved one passes…
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After the difficult hurdle of developing our business idea, you can convince a spouse, friend, relative, an investor or other type of business partner to invest in your idea based on trust. The classic “we will figure things out as we go.” The company is registered, shares are issued, roles are assumed, and operations begin.…
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In Kenya, compliance with Data protection laws requires more than a privacy policy. Under the Data Protection Act 2019, organisations must implement structured governance frameworks to manage regulatory exposure, cross-border data risk, and commercial liability. This guide explains how businesses can build defensible data protection systems aligned with statutory and investor expectations. Data Protection Is…
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AI governance is becoming essential for Kenyan businesses adopting artificial intelligence tools into their operations. This guide explains the legal risks, compliance obligations under the Data Protection Act 2019, and the AI governance structures organisations must implement to limit regulatory and commercial exposure. Many Kenyan businesses are already using artificial intelligence (AI) tools across core…
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In Kenya, the Employment Act sets the minimum terms and conditions of employment and recognises different types of contracts. Each type of contract has different implications on an employee’s rights to benefits, notice, termination, and job security. Every employee is entitled to a contract of employment as a matter of right. It is therefore vital…
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If you’re selling land, a house, or even company shares in Kenya, there’s a tax you can’t afford to ignore: Capital Gains Tax (CGT). It’s charged on the profit you make when selling an asset, whether it’s property, shares, or business goodwill. Since its reintroduction in 2015 and recent enforcement enhancements by the Kenya Revenue…
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Whether you’re buying a home, leasing commercial property, transferring shares, or registering a legal document, you’ll likely encounter Stamp Duty—a tax imposed on specified transactions and documents in Kenya. Stamp duty is an important consideration whenever it is required to be paid. Failure to pay it affects the legality and enforceability of your transactions and…
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Share transfers in Kenya are a critical part of managing company ownership and investment. Whether you’re bringing in a new investor, exiting the business, transferring shares to family, or restructuring your company, knowing how to transfer shares legally and efficiently is essential. Many business owners underestimate the importance of following due process—until they’re stuck trying…
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Introduction In Kenya, a Limited Liability Partnership is an excellent business structure for professionals and small businesses looking to grow while managing risk. An LLP combines the flexibility of a partnership with the liability protection of a company. This article breaks down everything you need to know about Limited Liability Partnerships in Kenya. What Is…
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The appointment and removal of a company secretary is a corporate governance action with administrative and legal implications. The legal reforms made by the Companies Act, 2015 changed several legal requirements for companies, including the requirements for company secretaries. In this article, we break down everything you need to know about the appointment and removal…
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The collection and processing of personal data in Kenya is regulated under the Data Protection Act. Organisations and individuals handling such data, i.e. a data controller and processor, must register with the Office of the Data Protection Commissioner (ODPC) and obtain a certificate of registration. This article explains the registration process, legal requirements, and consequences…