A Plain-Language Guide to the Legal Controversies Already Rocking FIFA World Cup 2026 WHY FOOTBALL LAW MATTERS It has been just a few days since the FIFA World Cup 2026 kicked off across the United States, Canada and Mexico, and already the tournament has served up drama that extends well beyond the pitch. There have […]
When “Probation” Doesn’t Apply: Lessons from Morintat v. CSI Energy Group Limited A Recent Employment Court Ruling That Every Kenyan Employee Should Know About a case done by our firm Case Reference: Morintat v. CSI Energy Group Limited, Cause E081 of 2024 [2026] KEELRC 248 (KLR) In a significant ruling delivered on January 30, 2026, […]
Introduction The world of football is often defined by its unforgettable moments – the spectacular goals, the dramatic comebacks, and the players who etch their names into history. Consider, for instance, Vincent Aboubakar, whose electrifying performance at the 2022 FIFA World Cup, culminating in that unforgettable winning header against Brazil, cemented his status as a […]
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 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 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: 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 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 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 […]
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 […]