Bribery Act
On 13th January 2017 the Bribery Act (the “Act”) came into force. The Act closely mirrors on the UK Bribery Act 2010.
Insurance Amendment Act Review
The Insurance (Amendment) Act, 2016 (the Act) received Presidential assent on 23rd December 2016 and came into force on 13th January 2017.
Legislative Review Jan-Feb 2017
Monthly Legislative updates January – February 2018.
Legal Update – Highlights of The Land Laws (Amendment) ACT 2016
The Land Laws (Amendment) Act, 2016 (the “Amendment Act”) is the first significant amendment to the Land Act, 2012 the Land Registration Act, 2012 and the National Land Commission Act 2012 since enactment of the statutes in 2012.
Kenya: The Evolution of Redundancy Laws
The Employment and Labour Relations Courts
Frequently Asked Questions Regarding Work Permits
Obtaining immigration permits for expatriates is a common challenge for Kenyan employers. Below is are some of the frequently asked questions by employers and expatriates regarding the application process.
2016 Legislative Review
2016 Legislative Review
Corporate Governance Common Markets and Investor Confidence
Kenya has over time proved to be the preferred investment point in the East African region due to its strategic location and free market economy which places no significant restriction on the movement of foreign currency in and out of the market.
Devolution Emerging Issues
Rachel Mbai explains the impact of devolution on tax and its conflict with parastatals. Devolution has brought about two tiers of taxation; through the national government and the county government.
Merger Control Thresholds
An overview of the long awaited thresholds for merger control as introduced by the Competition Authority under the Competition Act.
Watching Brief of What Value is it to you
Watching brief – the practice of representing persons who are not strictly parties to proceedings and its advantages.
Recognition of Foreign Law and/or Judgments in Kenya
As a general rule, Kenyan courts recognise and give effect to a foreign governing law clause.
A Place for Alternative Dispute Resolution in a Transforming Judiciary
Peter Gachuhi discusses the advantages of alternative dispute resolution in an era where the judiciary appears to be metamorphosing into an effective institution.
Investing in East Africa
A brief outline on the investment promotion incentives available in East Africa to foreign investors. Devolution has brought about two tiers of taxation;
Merger Control a Regional Dimension
Impact of the COMESA Competition Regulations on business practice, consumer protection and M&A in the region. Devolution has brought about two tiers of taxation; Download Article
The Public Benefits Organization Act
An overview of the Public Benefits Organizations Act which seeks to repeal the NGO Coordination Act and change the regulatory landscape of not-for-profit.
Kenya Oil Gas Overview
Interest in the Kenyan upstream oil and gas sector has developed significantly following discoveries of oil in Uganda and recent gas discoveries offshore.
Unfair Termination: Employment Laws
Unfair Termination: Employment Laws
The New Anti-Trust Regime Challenges with Merger Control
An overview of the newly enacted Competition Act passed into law on 1st August 2011 replacing the previous Restrictive Trade Practices, Monopolies
The New Land Laws Matrimonial Property
The impact on matrimonial property by the new land laws brought into force on 2nd May 2012.