Category: companies
Welcome to our Companies category. This section brings together all our legal guides, articles, and resources for businesses in Kenya. Whether you’re starting a new company or managing an established one, you’ll find clear and up-to-date legal information to help you stay compliant and make informed decisions.
We cover everything a Kenyan business owner, investor, or director needs to know. This includes step-by-step guides on how to register a private limited company, annual return filing, appointing or removing company secretaries, deregistering dormant companies, company restructuring, and more.
Each post in this section is written in plain English. We break down complex legal requirements under Kenyan company law so you can take action confidently. We also include references to relevant laws such as the Companies Act, 2015 and insights from the Business Registration Service (BRS) to ensure you always have the latest legal position.
If you are unsure about the right structure for your business — sole proprietorship, partnership, or private limited company — our comparative articles will help you choose wisely. We also highlight common mistakes to avoid, important compliance deadlines, and best practices for managing corporate governance in Kenya.
Use this page to explore legal content by topic, find answers to frequent questions, and access practical tools to help your company grow legally and sustainably. We update this section regularly to keep up with changes in law and business practices.
Have a specific question or need help setting up or closing your company? Contact Wacu Mureithi & Co. Advocates today. We offer practical legal support tailored to Kenyan businesses of all sizes.
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Share Transfers in Kenya: A Business Owners and Investors Guide
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…
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Private Limited Companies in Kenya: A Comprehensive Guide
A Private Limited Company is the preferred business structure for many entrepreneurs starting or restructuring a business in Kenya. Investors and credit providers also prefer…
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Appointment and Removal of a Company Secretary in Kenya
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…
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Branch of a Foreign Company, Subsidiary, or Representative Office
Kenya is a prime destination for foreign companies looking to expand into Africa. This strategic location is highly connected to the East African Community, the…
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Share Capital Reorganization in Kenya
In Kenya, share capital reorganization is provided for under the Companies Act which provides clear guidelines on how businesses can restructure their share capital effectively…
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How To Register a Company in Kenya as a Foreigner
A foreigner can register a company in Kenya in various ways. Whether you are considering building a new business or expanding an existing business into…
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The Duties and Responsibilities of Directors in Kenya
Introduction In Kenya, directors’ duties and responsibilities are outlined in the Companies Act, which emphasizes their fiduciary responsibilities, duty of care, and accountability to shareholders.…
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The Different Types of Companies in Kenya
There are two distinct types of companies available for registration in Kenya: Limited and Unlimited companies. The Companies Act provides the legislative framework for the…
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The Deregistration of Companies in Kenya.
Introduction A company registered in Kenya can be deregistered. Deregistration involves the removal or striking off of the company’s name from the register of companies.…