The Trust Administration Act, 2026: Kenya’s New Law on the Registration, Incorporation and Regulation of Trusts
On 25th September 2026, Kenya’s trust law changed significantly with the coming into force of the Trust Administration Act, 2026 (Act No. 28 of 2026). The Act replaced two existing statutes, established a dedicated Registrar of Trusts, and introduced new requirements on beneficial ownership disclosure, trustee duties, annual returns, and the registration and incorporation of trusts.













