Safeguarding Property Rights in Kenya: Understanding Cautions, Restrictions, and Inhibitions
Owning land or any interest in property in Kenya is a significant investment, and protecting these rights is essential.
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Power of Attorney in Kenya: Types, Registration, Legal Requirements, and Revocation Process
A Power of Attorney (PoA) is a legal instrument through which one person (the donor or principal) authorizes another person (the donee, attorney, or agent) to act on the donor’s behalf in certain legal, financial, property or personal matters.
The Doctrine of Customary Trusts in Kenya: Legal Definition, Supreme Court Jurisprudence, and Critical Buyer Insights on Ancestral Land
Land in African setting is always subject of many interests and derivative rights; such rights could be vested in individuals or group units. These rights and interests frequently co-exist with each other.
Apartment Ownership in Kenya Under Sectional Titles
The rise in urbanization and land scarcity in major cities like Nairobi, Mombasa, Kisumu, and Nakuru has significantly shifted the real estate landscape in Kenya.
The Doctrine of Adverse Possession in Kenya
In Kenya, the doctrine of adverse possession remains one of the most intriguing and misunderstood legal concepts, often leading to intense litigation, especially in land disputes.
A Guide for Perfecting Securities on Immovable Property in Kenya
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.
A Comprehensive Guide to the Conversion of Titles in Kenya
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.
The Doctrine of Innocent Purchaser for Value in Kenya: Meaning, Application, and Limitations in Public Land Titles
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.
A Comprehensive Guide to Taxes and Legal Costs When Buying Property in Kenya (Commercial & Non-Commercial)
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.
Resolving Disputes in Jointly Owned Property in Kenya: Legal Remedies under the Land Registration Act, 2012
Joint ownership of property is common in Kenya, often arising from co-investments, inheritance, or marital arrangements. However, disputes may arise when joint owners cannot agree on how to manage, use, or dispose of the property—whether to sell, lease, or develop it.