Embracing the New Normal: Legal Implications of Remote Work
Owning a piece of real estate is a dream for many in Kenya. Among other benefits, owners of such property derive a sense of a secure f
Understanding your rights in property co-ownership in Kenya
Owning a piece of real estate is a dream for many in Kenya. Among other benefits, owners of such property derive a sense of a secure f
Facing the music…
Music is food for the soul and artists spend their time using their talent to keep us entertained. The inspiration in producing music
Should Colleagues Fall in Love?
You don’t choose where and when to fall in love. While Ed Sheeran would choose a bar over a club to find love, others find love in t
Knowledge is Power: The Importance of the Right to Access Information
Origin and Scope of the Right of Access to Information
The right of access to information is a paradox in that it is both old and new
The Switch from Children’s Homes to Family-Based Alternative Care
When we think about children in crisis or those in need of immediate care and protection, the default setting that comes to mind is a
The Show Must Go On – Why Participation in Arbitration Matters
Parties who agree to arbitration as a dispute resolution mechanism are, in principle, bound by this election. Once a dispute arises an
Insights into Key Aspects of Arbitration in Kenya: What You Need to Know
Kenyan courts have had occasion to determine disputes arising from awards rendered by arbitral tribunals. The principal issue that ari
Diversity in Arbitral Tribunals: Where are we now?
The Importance of Diversity
For a long time, we have looked at the issue of diversity in gender in arbitration as being a clamor for
ODR: The Future of Dispute Resolution in a Digital World
The growth of e-commerce and the increasing use of technology in business have revolutionized the way people buy and sell goods and se
Recordation of IP Rights: A Proactive Approach to Preventing Counterfeiting
Brand names carry with them a certain expectation of quality, and consumers anticipate that this expectation will be consistently met.
Beyond “I do”: Untangling the Legal Knots of Property Ownership and Status
When marriages/partnerships turn sour, property battles come to the forefront. Who bought what, when did they buy it, did they contrib
Data Privacy: Trends in 2023 and Beyond
This week marked the annual Data Privacy Week, which occurs every year during the week leading up to the Data Privacy Day – 28th Jan
Thinking of Buying a House Using Your Pension? Think Again!
On 23rd November 2022, the High Court of Kenya Judicial Review Division delivered a judgment quashing and prohibiting the implementati
Employment Contracts – Types of Contracts of Service
The duration of the contract of service is not expressly specified in the contract of employment or where the contract specifically in
Employment Contracts – Contract of Service
In Kenya, employment contracts and employment generally are governed by the general law of contract and the principles of common law,
Licensing Trends in the Hospitality Industry in Kenya
Hospitality broadly refers to the friendly and generous reception and entertainment of guests, visitors, or strangers in an organizati
PPPs & Pension Funds: A Budding Alliance
The introduction of the Public Private Partnership Act 2021 has brought with it a raft of changes with perhaps one of the most welcome
Conversion of Titles- a Quick Guide
68.6% of Kenyan voters passed a new Constitution (the “Constitution”) during the referendum held on 4th August 2010.
Historical
KTA Guide to Doing Business in East Africa 2022
KTA Advocates is proud to present the Doing Business in the region publication. This is an overview of
the legal systems, processes,
Succession Probate & Administration
PROCESS OF APPLYING FOR GRANT FOR TESTATE
AND INTESTATE IN KENYA
Applicable Law;
• The Law of Succession Act (Chapter 160, Laws o
Doing Business in Kenya
SETTING UP BUSINESSES
The most common business vehicles in Kenya are:
Companies limited by shares (private or public) established un
Can I sue a robot? – Artificial Intelligence and Legal Liability
Whose fault is it if an AI algorithm makes a decision that causes harm? How should fault be identified and apportioned? What sort of r
Drones & Drone Regulation in Kenya
Originally developed for the military and aerospace industries, drones have found their way into the mainstream because of the enhance
Digital Copyright Registration in Kenya
Copyright or author’s right is the legal term used to define the rights that creators have over their literary and artistic works. T
Legal Update on the Trustees (Perpetual Succession) Amendment Act 2021
The Trustees (Perpetual Succession) Amendment Bill 2021 was signed into law on 7 December 2021 by His Excellency the President and gaz
Legal Update on Guidelines Under Section 12(1) of the Bribery Act 2016
Legal Update on Guidelines Under Section 12(1) of the Bribery Act 2016The Bribery Act, 2016, requires public and private entities
Legal Update on the Enactment of the Law of Succession (Amendment) Act, 2021
Legal Update on the Enactment of the Law of Succession (Amendment) Act, 2021President Uhuru Kenyatta signed into law the Law of S
Digital Services Tax and You! Residents are now off the hook
Digital Services Tax and You! Residents are now off the hookIn our earlier article “Digital Services Tax (DST)” https://gvala
DIGITAL LENDING – Are the times right?
DIGITAL LENDING - Are the times right?Developments in ICT have accelerated financial inclusion and caused a shift from conventiona
Personal Law: Parental Responsibility
Personal Law: Parental ResponsibilityThe Constitution of Kenya enumerates the rights of the child. Article 53 (1) (e) provides tha
Changes to Business Laws
CHANGES TO BUSINESS LAWSWHAT CHANGES TO BUSINESS LAWS MEAN FOR YOU!
The changes in the various laws are designed to make it easie
The Impact of the 2021/2022 Budget
IMPACT OF THE 2021/2022 BUDGET STATEMENT ON THE PENSIONS SECTOR IN KENYABACKGROUND
“On 10th June 2021, the Cabinet Secretary fo
Airbnb – Legal Alert
Airbnb: Kenya’s Policy, Tax and Regulatory ApproachPolicy discussions about internet-based service firms (IBSFs) have increased
Change of name in Kenya
How to Change your Name
A person’s name is fundamental to who they are, but we have little choice over the name we get when we are
Legal Update On The Employment (Amendment) Act
On 30th March 2021, the President of Kenya assented the Employment (Amendment) Act, 2021 (hereinafter “the Amendment Act") which the
Thinking Ahead: The Paradigm in Business Relationships
In the last 8 months has your business experienced differences in its “business to business” relationships? If so, have any of tho
Digital Services Tax (DTS)
Digital Services Tax (DST) was introduced in Kenya by the Finance Act 2020. The tax applies to income derived or accrued in Kenya from
Cyber Security 2021
The regulatory framework governing cybersecurity in Kenya has its foundation in the Bill of Rights of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010