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In today's digital age, personal data is a valuable commodity, and ensuring its protection is paramount. The cornerstone of data prote

Once confined to the pages of sci-fi novels, Artificial Intelligence (AI) is now an integral part of our daily routines. It powers our

The role of artificial intelligence (AI) in shaping children’s online behaviour has become a crucial concern for caregivers, educato

Kenya, like many countries, is increasingly recognizing the importance of environmental stewardship. This resonates with Kenya's aspir

Picture this: a quaint café named "David's Delights," known for its heartwarming pastries and infectious optimism. Yet, nestled in th

Beatrice Webb, an English economic theorist, is credited for having coined the term “collective bargaining” in 1891. She described

Warning letters play a crucial role in the disciplinary process under employment matters. They are an important tool used by employers

In the age of smartphones, food delivery applications have revolutionized how we satisfy our culinary cravings. With just a few taps o

The blue economy has emerged as a global phenomenon, promoting the sustainable utilization of oceanic, aquatic, and coastal resources

On 29th June 2023, the Employment and Labour Relations Court delivered a Judgment in Ojung’a v Healthlink Matcare Ltd t/a Nairobi Wo

Kenya is grappling with a surge in foreign investment across various industries which raises critical concerns about fair competition

In Kenya's economic landscape, a bitter truth lurks beneath the surface, job security and the uncertainty that surrounds it. Picture t

The National Social Security Fund Act (herein the “NSSF Act”), 2013 was assented into law on 24th December 2013 & commenced operat

In Monica Munira Kibuchi & 6 others v Mount Kenya University; Attorney General (Interested Party) [2021] eKLR, a three Judge Bench dec

Discovering that you have overpaid your taxes can be an unexpected surprise, and while it may not be as infamous as tax evasion or avo

How would you feel if you discover that your partner secretly conducted a DNA test on your child to ascertain whether they are the bio

When smartphones were gaining popularity, there were adverts that promised us that we would have everything in the palm of our hands.

We start with a trip down memory lane to the deputy presidential debate at Catholic University of East Africa (CUEA) on 19 July 2022,

Beauty is in the eyes of the beholder, and everyone wants to look their best even if it is for themselves. While we are all fearfully

Being in a casual or committed romantic relationship (whichever suits you) with a partner whom you can navigate through life's highs a

Caught in the web of never-ending project delays, employers face maddening frustrations that are endless. The constant delays can driv

Among the famous fables told is “The Ants and the Grasshopper”. The ants spend the summer collecting food and preparing for winter

If you have watched “Osuofia in London” or “Mr. Bones”, then you are able to paint a picture of how cultural clashes and misun

On May 5th, 2023, the Retirement Benefits Authority (referred to as the "Authority") released the Guidelines on Trustees' Remuneration

“The world’s interactions with Africa are not necessarily motivated by altruism, but by the self-interest of states seeking to max

In the world of business and innovation, antitrust law and intellectual property rights often clash. This article explores the delicat

As the world grappled with the disruptions caused by the Covid-19 pandemic, remote work emerged as a viable solution to keep businesse

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

Music is food for the soul and artists spend their time using their talent to keep us entertained. The inspiration in producing music

The proposed changes to Kenya’s taxation regime through the Finance Bill, 2023 have not been popular in a market reeling from the af

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

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

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

Parties who agree to arbitration as a dispute resolution mechanism are, in principle, bound by this election. Once a dispute arises an

Kenyan courts have had occasion to determine disputes arising from awards rendered by arbitral tribunals. The principal issue that ari

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

The growth of e-commerce and the increasing use of technology in business have revolutionized the way people buy and sell goods and se

Brand names carry with them a certain expectation of quality, and consumers anticipate that this expectation will be consistently met.

When marriages/partnerships turn sour, property battles come to the forefront. Who bought what, when did they buy it, did they contrib

In Kenya, employment contracts and employment generally are governed by the general law of contract and the principles of common law,

Hospitality broadly refers to the friendly and generous reception and entertainment of guests, visitors, or strangers in an organizati

The introduction of the Public Private Partnership Act 2021 has brought with it a raft of changes with perhaps one of the most welcome

SETTING UP BUSINESSES The most common business vehicles in Kenya are: Companies limited by shares (private or public) established un

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

Originally developed for the military and aerospace industries, drones have found their way into the mainstream because of the enhance

Copyright or author’s right is the legal term used to define the rights that creators have over their literary and artistic works. T

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 2016The Bribery Act, 2016, requires public and private entities

Copyright or author’s right is the legal term used to define the rights that creators have over their literary and artistic works. T

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 2016The Bribery Act, 2016, requires public and private entities

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 hookIn our earlier article “Digital Services Tax (DST)” https://gvala

DIGITAL LENDING - Are the times right?Developments in ICT have accelerated financial inclusion and caused a shift from conventiona

Personal Law: Parental ResponsibilityThe Constitution of Kenya enumerates the rights of the child. Article 53 (1) (e) provides tha

CHANGES TO BUSINESS LAWSWHAT CHANGES TO BUSINESS LAWS MEAN FOR YOU! The changes in the various laws are designed to make it easie

IMPACT OF THE 2021/2022 BUDGET STATEMENT ON THE PENSIONS SECTOR IN KENYABACKGROUND “On 10th June 2021, the Cabinet Secretary fo

Airbnb: Kenya’s Policy, Tax and Regulatory ApproachPolicy discussions about internet-based service firms (IBSFs) have increased

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

On 30th March 2021, the President of Kenya assented the Employment (Amendment) Act, 2021 (hereinafter “the Amendment Act") which the

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 (DST) was introduced in Kenya by the Finance Act 2020. The tax applies to income derived or accrued in Kenya from

The regulatory framework governing cybersecurity in Kenya has its foundation in the Bill of Rights of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010

The Companies Act, No. 17 of 2015, was amended to introduce Section 93(A) which has made it mandatory for all Companies to maintain a

By a notice published in the Special Issue of the Kenya Gazette of 31st December 2020, the Cabinet Secretary, Ministry of LandsDo

The Retirement Benefits Mortgage Loans (Amendment) Regulations, 2020 (hereinafter the “Amendment Regulations”) were signed into la

There are various forms of organisations under Kenya law. The focus in this Section is on the organisations established under the Comp

The offence of unauthorised access is committed where a person, whether temporarily or permanently, causes a computer system to perfor

The COVID-19 (Coronavirus) outbreak has now been labelled a pandemic by the World Health Organization (WHO). Companies have experience

Legal Alert on the Data Protection Act1. What is the Data Protection Act, 2019 (DPA) and what is its purpose?The DPA is Kenya

Limited Government support: No existing programme or dedicated budget – however the Ministry of health launched the Kenya National C

Mediation sets the stage for conflicting parties to vent as long as it takes to spell out their problems with each other until they fi

Mediation law refers to a form of alternative dispute resolution (ADR) in which the parties to a lawsuit meet with a neutral third-par

Gikera & Vadgama Advocates has been ranked among the top 5 law firms in Kenya 2018Gikera & Vadgama Advocates has been rank

World bank Report – Enabling the Business in Agriculture (EBA) 2017 Report. The information GVA provided on the country’s enabling