Corporate and Commercial Law Our Corporate and Commercial Law department provides clients with comprehensive, up-to-date advice on both local and international laws and practices, covering all aspects of corporate and commercial law. We offer guidance on company formation, optimal setup options for international investors looking to invest in Kenya, corporate restructuring, regulatory and licensing requirements, […]
ESG & REGULATORY COMPLIANCE Regulated public and corporate entities in Kenya are required to conduct their business affairs full compliance with the Constitution, all applicable sector legislation, regulations and processes. The ramifications of non-compliance are far reaching both for the institutions and officers involved. The firm has built strategic capacity in this area to assist […]
Real Estate Law in Kenya: Real Estate, Conveyancing & Construction At WKA Advocates, we specialize in real estate law in Kenya, offering services that include negotiating, preparing, reviewing, and stamping Sale, Lease & Tenancy Agreements, Joint Venture Agreements, and JBCC & FIDIC Building Contracts. In Kenya, the process of buying and selling land is fraught […]
Leading Intellectual Property Law Firm in Kenya WKA Advocates is a premier intellectual property law firm in Kenya. Our team of specialized intellectual property and franchising lawyers works closely with clients to develop, protect, promote, and enforce their intellectual property rights. What is Intellectual Property? According to the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO), Intellectual Property […]
President Uhuru Kenyatta Signs the Military Veterans Bill into Law On June 15, 2022, President Uhuru Kenyatta signed into law the Military Veterans Bill, 2022 (Military Veterans Act, 2022). This legislation comes at a critical time when the world is grappling with a global mental health crisis. Many retired servicemen have reported suffering from physical […]
Loan Guarantors in Kenya: Should You Guarantee or Not? So, you’ve joined the SACCO your friend recommended. After building up some savings, the same friend asks you to be their loan guarantor. One afternoon at your favorite four-star kiosk, “kibandaski,” they casually mention needing KES 500,000 for a project back home and ask you to […]
WKA ADVOCATES GUIDE ON UNDERSTANDING LAND SIZES AND MEASUREMENTS IN KENYA Understanding Plot Sizes: The 1/8th Acre Explained Hey there, land lover! Do you really know the size of your favorite 1/8th plot, or do you just like the sound of saying “1/8th”? We get it—sometimes, size can be a confusing thing. But fear not, […]
Impact of Tripling Capital Gains Tax on Property Sales in Kenya Effective January 1, 2023 The Finance Act of 2022 amended the Income Tax Act, increasing the rate of capital gains tax (CGT) from 5% to 15%, effective January 1, 2023. This change impacts property transfers in Kenya, applying to properties acquired on or before […]
Costly Mistakes to Avoid When Purchasing Property in Kenya Money Matters Don’t send money directly to the seller or their advocate unless advised by your qualified advocate. Don’t pay the whole amount at once. Deposits should be at least 10%. Don’t pay in hard cash! Always ensure there’s a money trail. Not Having Your Own […]
Fees, Costs, and Taxes Payable When Buying Land or Houses in Kenya (Conveyancing) Buyer’s (Purchaser) Costs Purchase Price Unless advised otherwise by your qualified advocate, let a qualified advocate hold all funds as a stakeholder, not an agent, or jointly by both parties, or by a third party in an escrow account. The purchase price […]
