LEGAL ALERT: KENYA TAX AMENDMENTS 2024 – IMPACT, IMPLICATIONS, AND EXPECTATIONS FOR 2025 Introduction Kenya’s tax framework has undergone significant amendments with the enactment of the Tax Laws (Amendment) Act, 2024, the Tax Procedures (Amendment) Act, 2024, the Statutory Instruments (Amendment) Act, 2024, and the Kenya Revenue Authority (Amendment) Act, 2024. These changes impact key...
Read MoreHOW TO REGISTER A FOREIGN COMPANY IN KENYA: A COMPREHENSIVE GUIDE FOR GLOBAL ENTREPRENEURS Introduction. In the heart of East Africa, Kenya stands as a beacon of economic growth and innovation, attracting investors and businesses from around the world. If your looking to expand your enterprise into this dynamic market, understanding the process of registering...
Read MoreForeign Company in Kenya: Your Corporate Legal Guide to Post-Registration Success Introduction Registering your foreign company in Kenya is only the first step toward establishing a successful presence in this vibrant economy. Once the initial registration is complete, ensuring compliance with post-registration obligations is crucial for smooth operations and legal adherence. This phase involves compliance...
Read MoreAFRICAN COURT ON HUMAN AND PEOPLES’ RIGHTS JUDGMENT Introduction On the 5th February 2025, the African Court on Human and Peoples’ Rights delivered its judgment on Application No. 003 of 2018, in the case of Ladislaus Chalula vs Republic of Tanzania. The case was initially filed on 2nd March 2018, with an application for interim...
Read MoreLEGAL ALERT : LANDMARK SUPREME COURT JUDGEMENT THAT REDIFINES TERMINATION OF COMMERCIAL LEASES Introduction The Supreme Court of Kenya, on December 6th 2024, delivered a landmark judgment in the case of Kwanza Estates Limited vs. Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology (Petition E001 of 2024) that significantly impacts the termination of commercial leases in...
Read MoreLEGAL ALERT: KENYA’S ELECTRONIC TRAVEL AUTHORIZATION (eTA) REFORMS – ENHANCING TRAVEL EFFICIENCY AND REGIONAL INTEGRATION. Introduction Kenya is taking bold strides to modernize its immigration process and promote regional integration. During the first cabinet meeting of 2025, chaired by President William Ruto, key reforms to the Kenya Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) system were proposed and...
Read MoreKenya Adopts Digital Mutation Forms for Land Transactions Introduction The Ministry of Lands, Public Works, Housing, and Urban Development has issued a directive that will significantly impact land transactions across Kenya. Effective 1st March 2025, the Ministry will no longer accept or process old generation mutation forms. Only mutation forms procured and processed through the...
Read MoreRecent Amendments in Kenyan Business Laws Impacting Digital Credit Providers and Microfinance Institutions Introduction In December 2024, the Business Laws (Amendment) Act came into effect, introducing significant changes that will impact Digital Credit Providers (DCPs) and non-deposit-taking microfinance institutions in Kenya. These changes are set to reshape the regulatory framework for the financial services sector,...
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A COMPREHENSIVE ANALYSIS OF THE MINING ACT, 2016 LAWS OF KENYA
A COMPREHENSIVE ANALYSIS OF THE MINING ACT, 2016 LAWS OF KENYA Introduction The Mining Act, 2016 (Cap 306), was enacted to give effect to Articles 60, 62(1) (f), 66(2), 69, and 71 of the Constitution of Kenya 2010. The Act repealed the following statutes; the Trading in Unwrought Precious Metals Act and the Diamond...
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