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THE PROCESS OF CHANGING YOUR NAME IN KENYA

THE PROCESS OF CHANGING YOUR NAME IN KENYA In Kenya, changing your name is legally allowed, and the process is outlined under the Registration of Persons Act, the Births and Deaths Registration Act and the Registration of Documents (Change of Name) Regulations. Let’s break it down! a. For Adults If you’re an adult, you can […]

Understanding Carbon Credits in Kenya

Navigating Kenya’s Carbon Credit Landscape: A Legal Overview 4th May 2025 Understanding Carbon Credits and Offsets In the Kenyan context, carbon credits represent a quantifiable unit, equivalent to one metric tonne of carbon dioxide (or an equivalent amount of other greenhouse gases), that has been prevented from entering the atmosphere. This reduction, sequestration, or avoidance […]

What to Look out for when conducting a Legal Audit in your company

What to Look out for when conducting a Legal Audit in your company When conducting a legal and compliance audit in Kenya, it is essential to assess various areas to ensure adherence to local laws, regulations, and best practices. Here are some key areas to watch: 1. Corporate and Regulatory Compliance Company Registration & Governance […]

What is the Process of registering a Sports Club in Kenya

What is the Process of registering a Sports Club in Kenya? Sports pays, and its pays handsomely if you plan it as a business. Kenyans are waking up and running sports ventures profitably. Grassroot soccer is a booming business currently. How do you join the party? Registering a sports club in Kenya involves adhering to […]

Understanding Restrictions on Land Transactions in Kenya.

Understanding Restrictions on Land Transactions in Kenya 16th May 2025 You don’t own land; you exercise some exclusive interests in that parcel of land (Anon). In Kenya, the process of transferring, leasing, charging (using land as security for a loan), or otherwise dealing with land involves specific legal frameworks designed to protect property rights and […]

SCALPELS AND SLEDGEHAMMERS

SCALPELS AND SLEDGEHAMMERS: PICKING YOUR CORPORATE BATTLE IN SHAREHOLDER DISPUTES Corporate disputes are inevitable. Some are minor bruises that heal over time; others are deep wounds requiring legal surgery. When a shareholder finds themselves in the trenches of corporate wrongdoing, they have two primary weapons under the Companies Act: the scalpel of derivative actions (Section […]

The step by step process of buying land in Kenya

The Overall Process of buying Land in Kenya 14th January 2024 1. Identify the Land and Conduct Due Diligence Location: Identify the piece of land you want to purchase. Visit the site to confirm its location, size, and boundaries (presence of beacons). Ownership Verification: Obtain the land’s copy of title deed from the seller and […]

The Legal rights of a seller in Kenya

THE LEGAL RIGHTS OF AN UNPAID SELLER IN KENYA 8th April 2025 So, you’ve sold your goods. The buyer promised to pay but then vanished into thin air, leaving you unpaid and frustrated. If you’re wondering whether the law gives you any tools to fight back, the answer is a resounding yes. Kenya’s Sale of […]

summary of PDW Act 2025

Legal Update: The Persons with Disabilities Act, 2025 – A New Era for Inclusion 10th May 2025 The Persons with Disabilities Act, 2025, represents a significant leap forward in upholding the constitutional rights of persons with disabilities in Kenya, as mandated by Article 54 of the Constitution. This landmark legislation, superseding the Persons with Disabilities […]

LEGAL GAPS IN DIGITAL LENDING IN KENYA

THE LEGAL AND CONSUMER PITFALLS OF DIGITAL LENDING IN KENYA Kenya’s surge in digital lending, instant, swipe-button credit via smartphone apps, has dramatically increased access to loans. “Buy now, worry later” has become an unofficial motto for many navigating an increasingly complex digital credit landscape. The convenience of instant loans through smartphone applications has democratized […]

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