This dissertation seeks to understand the jurisdictional issues, within the evolving cyber landscape in evaluating the extraterritorial enforcement, while appreciating the acumen required to precisely establish a genuine territorial connection. The focus will be to provide insight into the strengths and limitations of Kenya’s legal framework to combat extraterritorial cybercrime.

Banking law experts in Nairobi, Kenya provide practical solutions that help clients manage legal risks and capitalise on opportunities

In the dynamic business environment of Kenya, legal compliance and strategic counsel are essential for sustainable growth. Companies, foreign investors, and individuals engaging in commercial activities require expert guidance to navigate the complex legal frameworks governing corporate operations. This article explores the landscape of corporate legal advice services in Kenya, highlighting the critical role they play in supporting business development and regulatory adherenc

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Navigating the corporate legal landscape in Nairobi requires a clear understanding of local regulations, business practices, and international standards. As businesses grow and expand, both locally and internationally, they face complex legal challenges that demand precise and tailored advice. This article provides comprehensive insights into corporate law in Nairobi, offering practical guidance for businesses, foreign investors, and individuals seeking to operate effectively

Comprehensive Guide to Mining Law in Kenya: Navigating Kenya Mining Regulations

Lee, Kwesiga & Kiprono Advocates LLP , in collaboration with KKN Law LLP, co-hosted the UK-Kenya Legal Connect event on December 2, 2024, at the Wojo, Mercure Hotel in Nairobi. The event featured distinguished representatives from the Bar Council of England and Wales, who contributed to discussions comparing arbitration practices across both jurisdictions, as well as exploring key aspects of cross-border legal practice. Our Managing Partner, Lee Mutunga was a speaker at the e

Data Protection Compliance in Kenya under the Data Protection Act.

Senior Partners at our Italian Desk Prof. Lucio Ghia & Enrica Maria Ghia Visited our offices and discussed, among others, ways to improve cooperation and cross-border practice. The two firms share a vision of improving client services In Italy, Kenya & other jurisdictions thereby providing seamless cross-border services between the two jurisdictions.

Conducting a basic land search has been the norm and up to date considered to be sufficient due diligence before making a land purchase for all Kenyans, indeed the same is enshrined in law under section 30 of the Land Registration Act 2012 which provides " A certificate of title or certificate of lease shall be prima facie evidence of the matters shown in the certificate, and the land or lease shall be subject to all entries in the register." se ction 81 of the same act furth

A three bench Judge of the Employment and Labour Relations Court, has declared Section 42 (1) of the Employment Act to be unconstitutional in that it is inconsistent with articles 24, 41 and 47 of the Constitution of Kenya. Section 42(1) of the Employment Act provides: "the provisions of section 41 shall not apply where a termination of employment terminates a probationary contract." The provisions referred to in section 41 above provide: "Subject to section 42(1), an employe

Family Trust in Kenya. The Trustees (perpetual Succession)(amendment) Bill, 2021 & The Perpetuities and Accumulations (Amendment) Bill, 2021

The High Court Commercial and Tax Division delivered a Judgement on the 5th February 2021 where it declared, in the absence of an Employer-E

On 31st December 2020, the Ministry of Lands and Physical Planning issued a notice of conversion of Nairobi land reference numbers vide Gazette Notice No. 11348 notifying the general public of the conversion of old land reference numbers to new parcel numbers. The Notice was issued pursuant to regulation 4 (4) of the Land Registration (Registration Units) Order, 2017, where the Cabinet Secretary for Lands and Physical Planning published a list in respect of the Nairobi Land R

Take note that pursuant to section 93A of the Companies Act, 2015 (“the Act”) requiring all companies to keep and lodge with the Registrar of Companies a register of its beneficial owners and the gazettement of the enabling regulations, Companies (Beneficial Ownership Information) Regulations, 2020, the Registrar of Companies hereby notifies all Officers of Companies and authorized persons that the Beneficial Ownership (BO) E-Register has been operationalized with effect from

This paper will analyse the motivating factors that make cross-listing a favourable subject to firms using the US market as the main point.

President of Kenya assented The Business Laws (Amendment) Act, 2020 that made amendments to various laws including electronic signatures.

Impetus Law and the Young International Council for Commercial Arbitration organised a workshop on ISDS sponsored by Mohamed Muigai LLP.

What is investment Arbitration? Investment Arbitration is a dispute resolution mechanism between foreign investors and host states also called Investor State Dispute Settlement (ISDS). ISDS was developed to protect investor interests by ensuring they have access to independent arbitrators who are able to give an enforceable award. ISDS provides investors with an alternative dispute resolution mechanism to the hosts domestic legal system while/and providing protections afford

Impetus Law in collaboration with the Young International Council for Commercial Arbitration has organised a skills training workshop on the basics of Investment Arbitration. Date: 27 August 2019 Time:  14:00 - 18:00 Venue:  Laico Regency Hotel, Uhuru Hwy, Nairobi, Kenya The theme of the workshop is the Basics of International Arbitration, focusing on two topics: “Initiating Arbitral Proceedings: How and Where to Start” and “Arbitration under Bilateral Investment Treaties: