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DATA PROTECTION IS REAL

DO NOT USE ANOTHER PERSON’S DATA TO APPLY FOR TENDERS WITHOUT THEIR PERMISSION!! In ODPC COMPLAINT NO. 1844 OF 2024, the Office of the Data Protection Commissioner recently played referee in a digital match that pitted Ayub Odanya Naburi against Geosky Service Limited — and let’s just say, it wasn’t a friendly game. The Tale […]

Constructive Dismissal in Kenya

What Amounts to Constructive Dismissal? Constructive dismissal occurs when an employer makes the working environment so intolerable that an employee feels compelled to resign. Although the employer does not formally dismiss the employee, the resignation is legally treated as a dismissal due to the employer’s actions. While Kenya’s Employment Act, 2007 does not explicitly define […]

Adverse possession in Kenya is governed by Section 7 of the Limitation of Actions Act

What is Adverse Possession and How Do You Invoke It? Adverse possession in Kenya is governed by Section 7 of the Limitation of Actions Act (Cap 22). It allows someone to acquire ownership of land if they possess it openly and continuously for more than 12 years without the permission of the legal owner. Key […]

Adoption process in Kenya

Step 1: Eligibility Assessment General Requirements: Prospective adoptive parents must be over 25 years old and at least 21 years older than the child to be adopted. The maximum age limit is generally 65 years, although exceptions may be made for some cases. The adoptive parent(s) must demonstrate physical, emotional, and financial stability. Kinship-Specific Requirements: […]

How do you register a Football Club in Kenya?

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Legal audits defined

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: Corporate and Regulatory Compliance Company Registration & Governance – Confirm compliance with […]

How do you replace a lost title deed in Kenya?

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Consequences of failing to file or serve a defence civil caes

Order 10 of the Civil Procedure Rules (CPR), 2010 of Kenya deals with the consequences of non-appearance, default of defence, and failure to serve a statement of defence in civil proceedings. This order is critical in regulating the litigation process as it deals with the processes that come right at the onset of the case. Order 10 […]

Deynes Muriithi & 4 others v Law Society of Kenya & another [2016] eKLR

Case Brief Mokua Manyara FactsThis was an Appeal to the Supreme Court from the ruling of the Court of Appeal rendered under the provisions of Rule 5 (2) (b) of Court of Appeal Rules. Four (4) advocates, Deynes Muriithi, Alexander Muchemi, Mwalimu Anna Konuche, and Paul Kibiku on behalf of 1047 other petitioners moved to […]

What to look out for when signing contracts in Kenya

What to look out for when signing contracts in Kenya When reviewing/signing commercial contracts under Kenyan law, several key aspects should be considered to ensure compliance and protect the interests of the parties involved. Here are the critical elements to check: 1. Contractual Capacity Legal Age: Ensure that all parties involved have the legal capacity to […]