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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A Comprehensive Legal Guide to the Adoption Process in Kenya
Adoption is the legal process by which a court vests parental rights and responsibilities over a child in prospective adoptive parents, a person, or a couple, permanently transferring all rights and responsibilities from the biological parents to the adoptive parents.
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Landmark Judgment on Climate Change, Carbon Markets, Offset Projects, Public Participation, and Community Land Rights in Kenya
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.
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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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Casual Employment in Kenya: Legal Framework, Risks & Employer Guidance
Section 2 of the Employment Act, 2007, defines a casual employee as a person whose terms of engagement provide for payment at the end of each day and who is not engaged for a longer period than twenty-four hours at a time.
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The Importance of Written Contracts in Business and Tips for Negotiating Commercial Contracts in Kenya
Contracts form the backbone of business operations globally and in Kenya. They govern the relationship between parties, outlining their rights and obligations.
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Protecting Ideas in Kenya Using Intellectual Property
Intellectual Property (IP) rights offer a robust framework to protect innovations, ensuring creators and inventors benefit economically from their efforts.
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A Guide to Guardianship in Kenya under the Children Act 2022
The Children Act 2022, CAP 141, is a landmark piece of legislation in Kenya that seeks to protect and promote the rights and welfare of children.
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Maternity and Paternity Leaves in Kenya under the Employment Act
Maternity and paternity leave are essential benefits that protect the rights of working parents, ensuring they can balance professional responsibilities with the demands of raising a family.
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Class D Work Permit Kenya: Full Guide to Eligibility, Application, Fees & Timelines (2025)
A Class D Employment Permit in Kenya is a work authorization issued to foreign nationals who have been offered specific employment by a Kenyan employer.
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