High Court Ruling on ABSA Bank Kenya PLC vs. Kenya Deposit Insurance Corporation On March 15, 2024, Hon. Judge Dr. Nixon Sifuna of the High Court delivered a significant ruling in the case of ABSA Bank Kenya PLC (ABSA) vs. Kenya Deposit Insurance Corporation (KDIC). The judge declared Sections 13A and 21 of the Government […]
PRIVATIZATION OF PUBLIC ASSETS AND ENTERPRISES BY THE GOVERNMENT Privatization in Kenya refers to the transfer of ownership, control, and management of public assets and enterprises to the private sector. The primary goals of privatization are to improve efficiency, promote competition, attract investment, and enhance overall economic performance. On October 9, 2023, President William Ruto […]
Jamaican Dancehall Artist Vybz Kartel’s Murder Conviction Overturned The renowned Jamaican dancehall artist, Vybz Kartel, whose real name is Adidja Palmer, has had his murder conviction overturned. One of Jamaica’s most popular artists, Kartel has collaborated with international stars such as Jay-Z and Rihanna. The 48-year-old musician was sentenced to life in prison in 2014 […]
Property Lawyers in Kenya – Expert Conveyancing and Real Estate Services At WKA Advocates, we provide expert legal representation in all areas of conveyancing and real estate development projects. Our Conveyancing and Property practice has extensive experience in advising clients on property transactions, construction law, and real estate matters. If you’re looking for top real […]
How Can a Management Company Increase the Service Charge in Nairobi or Kenya? Under Section 255 of the Companies Act, 2015, members of a company can pass resolutions either as written resolutions or at a meeting of the members. This means that in Nairobi or other parts of Kenya, a Management Company can increase the […]
Best Data Protection lawyers in Kenya At WKA Advocates, we pride ourselves on being the leading data protection lawyers in Kenya, offering specialized legal services to ensure businesses comply with local and international privacy laws. Our team has a deep understanding of the Kenyan Data Protection Act, 2019, as well as global standards such as […]
Kenya’s 2025 Immigration Overhaul: A Blueprint for Africa’s Travel Revolution How JKIA’s Transformative Policies Are Reshaping East Africa’s Economy In a bold move to accelerate pan-African integration, Kenya’s Cabinet unveiled Kenya immigration reforms 2025 on February 11, 2025, targeting Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) – East Africa’s busiest aviation hub. These reforms, part of President William Ruto’s Vision […]
IS A POST-DATED CHEQUE A VALID MODE OF PAYMENT? One of our readers asked if a post-dated cheque is a valid mode of payment. We address this important issue in this edition of WKA Newsletters. Under Kenyan law, there is no specific legal reason to decline post-dated cheques for debt settlement, as long as there […]
Kenya: Dual Citizenship Happy New Year to our esteemed readers! Welcome to our first newsletter of 2024. We hope your holidays were filled with joy, relaxation, and meaningful moments with loved ones. As we resume our regular programming, we are committed to delivering engaging and informative content that aligns with your interests and needs. Thank […]
The Legal Procedure for Lenders to Sell Property in Case of Loan Default in Kenya In Kenya, many borrowers secure loans from banks and financial institutions by offering their property, particularly land, as collateral. This collateral is legally known as a “charge” on the property. Unfortunately, borrowers often default on loan repayments, leading to the […]
