WHAT IS SERVICE CHARGE?
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 […]
IS A POST-DATED CHEQUE A VALID MODE OF PAYMENT?
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 […]
THE MBWA KALI (FEROCIOUS DOGS) DECLARATIONS BY LOUNGES, BARS & RESTAURANTS-IMAGE RIGHTS IN KENYA
The “Mbwa Kali” Declarations by Nairobi Lounges, Bars, & Restaurants: Understanding Image Rights in Kenya In our recent WKA Advocates newsletter, we discussed the uninformed notices issued by some entertainment venues and restaurants in Nairobi, such as #TheLoftLounge and #TheQuiverLounge. These establishments have informed their patrons about the presence of photographers, implying that customers consent […]
HOW TO AVOID PROBATE-WKA ADVOCATES
How to Avoid Probate in Kenya One common question was, ‘Can I avoid drawing a will and still maintain control over my estate upon my demise?’ We found it important to address this pertinent issue. Death is inevitable, and it is essential to plan for the future, particularly regarding your property (estate). It is imprudent […]
President Assents to 4 Universal Health Coverage Bills, Restructuring NHIF kenya
President Assents to 4 Universal Health Coverage Bills, Restructuring NHIF In honor of the pledge to accelerate Kenya’s attainment of Universal Health Coverage (#UniversalHealthCoverage), President William Samoei Ruto signed four crucial bills promoting healthcare on October 19, 2023. These are: The Primary HealthCare Bill, 2023 The Digital Health Bill, 2023 The Facility Improvement Financing Bill, […]
The Supreme Court Rules That an Allotment Letter is Not a Title Deed and Cannot Be Transferred
The Supreme Court Rules That an Allotment Letter is Not a Title Deed and Cannot Be Transferred On 22nd September 2023, the Supreme Court delivered a verdict in SC Petition No.5 (E006) of 2022, known as the “Torino case.” The Court ruled that an Allotment Letter is not a title deed and cannot confer any […]
Can Widows Inherit from Their Parents-In-Law? in kenya
Can Widows Inherit from Their Parents-In-Law? in kenya Following our recent publication, WKA Newsletter Edition #10 ‘Divorce by Mutual Consent in Kenya – Marriage (Amendment) Bill, 2023,’ we received a flurry of questions from you, our esteemed readers. One of the most common questions was, ‘Can a widow inherit from her parents-in-law?’ We found it […]
Divorce by Mutual Consent in Kenya
Divorce by Mutual Consent in Kenya – Marriage (Amendment) Bill, 2023 The National Assembly of Kenya introduced the Marriage (Amendment) Bill on June 27, 2023, aiming to amend the Marriage Act of 2014 (Marriage Act, 2014) to facilitate divorce by mutual consent and related purposes. The current Marriage Act, 2014 lacks a legal framework for […]
Kenya: President Signs the Climate Change (Amendment) Bill 2023 Ahead of International Climate Summit
Kenya: President Signs the Climate Change (Amendment) Bill 2023 Ahead of International Climate Summit The President of Kenya has signed the Climate Change (Amendment) Bill 2023 following its approval by the Senate. This Bill aims to amend the Climate Change Act of 2016 to regulate carbon markets, an area not addressed in the current Act. […]
Kenya: President Signs the Anti-Money Laundering and Combating of Terrorism Financing Laws (Amendment) Act 2023
Kenya: President Signs the Anti-Money Laundering and Combating of Terrorism Financing Laws (Amendment) Act 2023 In a significant move to enhance financial security and combat illicit activities, the President of Kenya officially signed into law the Anti-Money Laundering and Combating of Terrorism Financing Laws (Amendment) Act 2023 on September 1, 2023. This Amendment Act underscores […]