Data Privacy in Kenya: A Comprehensive Overview
Data privacy in Kenya has become an increasingly critical issue with the rapid advancement of technology and digital communication.
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The Conversion of Freehold and Fee Simple Land into Leasehold in Kenya: Legal Framework, Regulatory Gaps, and Practical Implications
Land tenure lies at the heart of property ownership and conveyancing in Kenya. While Kenyan law, in Article 64 of the Constitution, recognizes freehold and leasehold land…
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Prohibited & Inadmissible Immigrants in Kenya: Legal Framework, Rights & Reprieve Under the Kenya Citizenship and Immigration Act
Under Section 33(1) of the Kenya Citizenship and Immigration Act, 2011 (Cap. 170), prohibited immigrants are foreign nationals who are barred from entering or remaining in Kenya due to various serious legal, security, health, or public order concerns.
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Kenya Marriage Amendment Bill, 2023
The Kenya Marriage Amendment Bill, 2023, sponsored by Suna West MP Francis Masara, proposes mutual-consent divorce provisions for all marriages under the Marriage Act of 2014.
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What Happens When an Off-Plan Transaction in Kenya Does Not Go Through?
The Kenyan real estate market has seen a surge in off-plan property developments, offering buyers the allure of acquiring prime real estate at discounted, early-bird rates. However, purchasing a property that does not yet exist in physical form carries inherent risks.
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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.
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The Class R Permit in Kenya: A Comprehensive Guide for East African Community Nationals
The Class R Permit is Kenya’s newest dedicated immigration permit category, created exclusively for citizens of East African Community (EAC) member states.
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Foreigners and Divorce Law in Kenya: A Comprehensive Guide
Increasingly, foreign nationals live, work, invest, and marry in Kenya. Naturally, questions arise when such marriages break down: Can foreigners file for divorce in Kenya? What laws apply? What happens to children, property, and immigration status?
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A Legal Perspective of the Differences Between Freehold and Leasehold Property in Kenya
Property ownership in Kenya is categorized into two forms of tenure: Freehold and Leasehold. The distinction between these two types of ownership is significant.
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A Legal Guide to Kenyan Citizenship
Citizenship in Kenya is the legal status that confers upon an individual full membership in the Kenyan state, together with constitutional rights, protections, and obligations.
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