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Introduction Kenya’s real estate scene is booming — from Nairobi’s high-rise luxury apartments to scenic plots in the outskirts of Kiambu, more and more people are rushing to grab a piece of the pie. Whether you’re a first-time buyer or a seasoned investor, buying property in Kenya is both exciting and potentially life-changing. But let’s...

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2025-12-02T18:30:27+00:00 https://www.kimitiadv.com/2

In today’s fast-evolving business landscape, corporate governance in Kenya has become more than a compliance checkbox—it’s a strategic advantage. With regulators tightening the noose and stakeholders demanding transparency, mid-sized companies find themselves under mounting pressure to adopt robust governance frameworks. And let’s face it...

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2025-11-29T20:47:50+00:00 https://www.kimitiadv.com/3

There is nothing more fulfilling and settling than having citizenship in one’s country of residence. Citizenship comes with many benefits such as the privilege of voting in the country’s elections, the right to receive social welfare from the country among many other privileges.

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2025-12-02T09:35:32+00:00 https://www.kimitiadv.com/4

Whether you’re a local entrepreneur or a foreign investor, understanding the business registration in Kenya process is crucial for legal compliance and operational success....

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2025-12-02T08:31:37+00:00 https://www.kimitiadv.com/5

Introduction Starting a business in Kenya is as thrilling as it is challenging. If you’ve ever wondered how to get your venture off the ground in this dynamic market, you’re in the right place! Welcome to our Step-by-Step Guide to successful Company Registration in Kenya, designed specifically for both Kenyans and foreigners.......

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2025-12-02T08:41:54+00:00 https://www.kimitiadv.com/6

Learn how to choose the best legal professionals for your needs, explore leading legal services, and stay ahead of emerging legal trends.......

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2025-12-02T10:15:01+00:00 https://www.kimitiadv.com/7

Introduction In today’s fast-paced Kenyan market, unpaid invoices and mounting receivables can cripple operations, stall growth, and threaten financial stability—all too common challenges that demand swift, decisive action......

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Failure by hospitals to scrutinize their workers history and supervise their services will attract liability in a medical negligence suit......

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2025-12-02T09:05:13+00:00 https://www.kimitiadv.com/10

This opinion sets out the statutory, constitutional, and judicial framework governing Prenuptial Agreements in Kenya, offering practical guidance for their preparation and implementation.......

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2025-12-02T11:22:53+00:00 https://www.kimitiadv.com/11

Constitutionality of Kenya’s Fault-Based Divorce System and the Legal Rejection of Divorce by Mutual Consent.......

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2025-12-02T09:29:19+00:00 https://www.kimitiadv.com/12

Child Custody and Maintenance in Kenya explained. Learn your rights and legal options to secure your child’s future.

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2025-12-02T09:57:02+00:00 https://www.kimitiadv.com/13

Understanding Marriage Laws and Key Grounds For Divorce in Kenya Although marriage is a sacred and beautiful union, often considered a divine institution across various religions...

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2025-12-02T10:01:54+00:00 https://www.kimitiadv.com/14

There are multiple factors and rules that the court takes into consideration in intestate succession to ensure a fair and legal distribution of property to the beneficiaries...

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2025-12-02T10:06:55+00:00 https://www.kimitiadv.com/15

Whether you’re looking to start a new life abroad or help a loved one navigate the complexities of legal migration, having the right legal support is crucial.

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2025-12-02T10:12:48+00:00 https://www.kimitiadv.com/16

Property ownership in Kenya is a valuable investment—whether it’s residential land, commercial buildings, or agricultural plots....

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2025-12-02T10:18:23+00:00 https://www.kimitiadv.com/17

In Kenya, caution on land and your land ownership transactions are governed by a robust legal framework aimed at protecting the rights of landowners and interested parties....

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2025-12-02T10:22:08+00:00 https://www.kimitiadv.com/18

Process of replacing a lost Title deed in Kenya made easy. Learn the legal steps, requirements......

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2025-12-02T10:25:48+00:00 https://www.kimitiadv.com/19

Cautions and caveats are essential legal tools in Kenyan land law that protect your property interests and prevent unauthorized transactions. Learn how to lodge a caution, understand its effects, and discover the key differences between cautions and caveats under the Land Registration Act, 2012.

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2026-03-18T05:52:40+00:00 https://www.kimitiadv.com/20

Unfair termination is a significant concern for employees in Kenya. Under the Employment Act, 2007, employers must follow fair procedures and provide valid reasons before dismissing an employee — failure to do so can expose them to legal claims and serious consequences.

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2026-03-23T07:41:30+00:00 https://www.kimitiadv.com/21

Divorce in Kenya is governed by specific legal grounds that vary depending on the type of marriage — whether Christian, civil, customary, Hindu, or Islamic. Understanding these grounds is essential for anyone navigating the dissolution of a marriage and seeking to protect their rights throughout the process.

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2026-03-23T13:43:47+00:00 https://www.kimitiadv.com/22

Before an employer lawfully declares redundancy, Kenyan courts have made one thing clear — consultation is not optional. From the landmark Kenya Airways case to Cargill Kenya Limited vs. Mwaka & 3 Others, the Court of Appeal has consistently held that genuine consultation between employer and employee is implied under Section 40 of the Employment Act. Disregarding this critical step could render the entire termination process unfair and unlawful.

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2026-03-27T04:33:03+00:00 https://www.kimitiadv.com/23

In a landmark ruling, Kenya's Court of Appeal has confirmed that spouses can no longer use limited liability companies to shield assets from matrimonial property claims. In GKW v RNK [2025] KECA 1475 (KLR), the Court held that such companies may be joined as parties in proceedings under Section 17 of the Married Women's Property Act, 1882, and that courts will pierce the corporate veil where justice demands it.

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2026-03-27T04:37:52+00:00 https://www.kimitiadv.com/24

In a landmark September 2025 ruling, the Court of Appeal settled years of zoning uncertainty along Rhapta Road in Westlands, Nairobi, confirming the area falls within Zone 3C and permitting high-rise developments of up to 20 floors. The decision reinforces that urban planning in Kenya is governed by law, not pressure — and sets a national precedent for how counties must manage development, public participation, and environmental accountability.

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2026-03-27T04:45:04+00:00 https://www.kimitiadv.com/25

When authenticating documents in Kenya, choosing between a Notary Public and a Commissioner for Oaths can make or break your process. This guide breaks down their roles, costs, and when to use each — so your documents are accepted the first time, every time.

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2026-03-27T04:48:50+00:00 https://www.kimitiadv.com/26

Mergers and acquisitions in Kenya are governed by a comprehensive legal framework spanning competition law, corporate law, and sector-specific regulation. This article outlines the types of mergers recognised under Kenyan law, the role of the Competition Authority of Kenya, and the multi-regulator approval process that businesses must navigate to achieve successful transaction outcomes.

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2026-03-27T04:53:04+00:00 https://www.kimitiadv.com/27

Registering a SACCO in Kenya involves navigating a dual regulatory framework — the Co-operative Societies Act and the Sacco Societies Act, 2008. This article walks through the step-by-step registration and licensing process, outlines post-registration compliance obligations, and examines emerging court decisions on jurisdiction, member rights, and the binding force of SACCO bylaws.

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2026-03-27T05:04:03+00:00 https://www.kimitiadv.com/28

Kenya has the laws. It has the regulatory frameworks. Yet cyber fraud, phishing, and social engineering keep growing. The uncomfortable truth is that most cybercrime in the Global South doesn't happen through technical intrusion — it happens through human manipulation. Until data protection policy centres psychology over compliance, it will keep protecting databases while leaving citizens exposed.

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2026-03-27T05:17:56+00:00 https://www.kimitiadv.com/29

The in duplum rule caps interest on non-performing loans at the outstanding principal, offering statutory protection to bank borrowers under Section 44A of the Banking Act. But what about SACCO members? As Kenyan courts increasingly apply this fairness principle beyond its strict statutory scope, borrowers from SACCOs and other non-bank lenders are gaining growing judicial protection against runaway interest charges — a development reshaping debt recovery law in Kenya.

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2026-03-27T10:03:16+00:00 https://www.kimitiadv.com/30

In a landmark 2026 ruling, the Supreme Court of Kenya held that public officers absent without authorization are not entitled to salary — even where employment has not been formally terminated. The decision reframes job security in the public service as conditional, reciprocal, and firmly tied to compliance with administrative rules.

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2026-03-27T10:13:11+00:00 https://www.kimitiadv.com/31

As restructuring and retrenchments rise across Kenya, employers and HR professionals must navigate strict legal obligations before declaring any employee redundant. This article breaks down the mandatory requirements under Section 40 of the Employment Act, 2007 — from notification timelines and fair selection criteria to severance pay and certificates of service — while drawing on recent court decisions that continue to shape how redundancy law is applied in practice.

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2026-03-27T10:19:52+00:00 https://www.kimitiadv.com/32

Court rules sick leave requires prompt notice and a valid medical certificate. Failure may lead to dismissal, prompting updates to workplace policies.

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2026-04-09T09:59:03+00:00 https://www.kimitiadv.com/33

Are you paying CGT and Stamp Duty you don't legally owe? Many Kenyan property owners miss exemptions that could save them millions.

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2026-04-20T08:59:40+00:00 https://www.kimitiadv.com/34

When families break down, Kenyan law asks one question: what's best for the child? It's a binding standard, not a guideline.

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2026-04-28T07:41:47+00:00 https://www.kimitiadv.com/35

Parental responsibility in Kenya belongs equally to both parents from the moment of a child's birth and it survives separation, divorce, and distance. This article explains what parental responsibility means under the Children Act 2022, who holds it, and what happens when parents disagree.

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2026-05-05T05:36:48+00:00 https://www.kimitiadv.com/36

When a Kenyan woman used a surrogate to carry twins, the courts faced a question statute had never answered: who is the mother? This Mother's Day, we examine the landmark AMN decision and what it means for families navigating surrogacy in Kenya today.

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2026-05-14T06:40:51+00:00 https://www.kimitiadv.com/37

The High Court affirmed that absence of surrogacy legislation cannot deny parental rights or undermine the welfare of a child.

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2026-05-14T09:22:58+00:00 https://www.kimitiadv.com/38

Kenya's Children Act 2022 governs child custody through a child-centered lens — covering joint, sole and actual custody, court process and key principles.

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2026-05-19T05:27:00+00:00 https://www.kimitiadv.com/39

Separation ends a relationship — not a family. Learn how Kenya's Children Act 2022 uses Parental Responsibility Agreements to structure co-parenting.

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