Discover expert legal insights, practical guides, and in-depth analysis from Njaga & Co Advocates LLP covering Kenyan law, business, property, immigration, succession, employment, intellectual property, and emerging legal developments.
Discover expert legal insights, practical guides, and in-depth analysis from Njaga & Co Advocates LLP covering Kenyan law, business, property, immigration, succession, employment, intellectual property, and emerging legal developments.
Trademark infringement in Kenya occurs when someone uses a mark that is identical to or confusingly similar to a registered trademark without authorization, in a manner likely to deceive or cause confusion among consumers regarding the origin of goods or services.
A Company Limited by Guarantee (CLG) is a unique legal entity commonly used by non-profit organizations, including charities, NGOs, professional associations, churches, and social enterprises.
A charge or security interest over immovable property is a legal mechanism that allows a lender (chargee) to secure a loan or obligation using real estate as collateral.
Kenya’s land registration system has historically been fragmented, governed by multiple laws and registers, leading to inefficiencies, legal uncertainties, and increased risk of fraud.
A trust is a legal arrangement where a person (the settlor) transfers assets (trust property) to trustees, who manage them to benefit the designated beneficiaries.
As the world continues its march into the digital age, Kenya has taken a bold step toward regulating one of the most transformative yet contentious sectors of the modern economy, cryptocurrencies and virtual assets.
The doctrine of innocent purchaser for value has long been a cornerstone of property law, providing protection to individuals who purchase property in good faith.
In recent years, Kenya has witnessed growing conversations around reforming its divorce laws to allow for divorce by mutual consent, reflecting global trends toward modernizing family law.
On January 24, 2025, the Environment and Land Court in Isiolo delivered a groundbreaking judgment in Osman & 164 Others v Northern Rangelands Trust & 8 Others ([2025] KEELC 99 (KLR)), setting a significant precedent for community land rights, public participation, and wildlife conservation in Kenya.
Purchasing property in Kenya, whether commercial or non-commercial (residential), involves several taxes and legal costs that buyers must be aware of to ensure a smooth transaction and compliance with Kenyan law.