Looking to expand your business into Kenya? Registering a foreign company is the first step to unlocking opportunities in East Africa’s fastest-growing economy. This guide walks you through the legal process and compliance requirements under Kenyan law. Kenya continues to position itself as a regional hub for international trade, innovation, and corporate growth. For foreign...Read More

Okenyo Omwansa & Company Advocates helps clients in Kenya navigate insurance law—from regulatory compliance and policy drafting to claims resolution and litigation—delivering reliable, result-driven legal protection across all major insurance sectors. Insurance law firms in Kenya help clients with policy drafting, IRA compliance, claims disputes, and litigation. Okenyo Omwansa & Company Advocates offers legal solutions...Read More

Introduction In Kenya’s evolving legal and commercial environment, the process of notarization is not just a formality—it’s a safeguard that ensures trust, authenticity, and legal validity. Whether you’re dealing with property, court affidavits, international submissions, or business agreements, understanding how notarization works can save you time, money, and legal complications. What Is Notarization? Notarization is...Read More

Kenya Finance Act 2025 Kenya’s Finance Act 2025: A Kenya’s 2025 Finance Act Overview: Strengthening TaxKey Focus Areas:Key Features of the Finance Act 2025Implications for TaxpayersGovernment Revenue Increase ObjectivesTax Compliance Under Kenya’s New Finance Act 2025: Key Requirements and PenaltiesTax Compliance in Kenya: What You Must KnowUnderstanding Your Tax ObligationsReporting and Submission DeadlinesPenalties for Non-Compliance...Read More

A patent can be owned by a natural and/or corporate person. It can also be owned by one individual or jointly by more than one individual. There are three main requirements for an application for the issue of a patent: a) novelty,b) inventive stepc) industrial application. The process for obtaining a patent begins with the...Read More

There are two types of Saccos and their registration methods differ. The two types are: i) Non- Deposit Taking Saccos: These Saccos are governed by the Cooperative Societies Act. They collect savings from their members, which are exclusively used as collateral for loans provided to those members. These savings cannot be withdrawn; they are refunded...Read More

A pension is as a regular payment made by the government or a financial institution to individuals who are no longer in the workforce, typically due to age or health reasons. This allowance is granted as a recognition of the individual’s valuable contributions to the country or as compensation for any losses incurred during public...Read More

Introduction Unlawful termination of employment, a form of unfair labor practice that is prohibited under Kenyan labor laws. It occurs when an employer terminates the contract of an employee unfairly and fails to provide reasons for the termination, while also failing to provide adequate notice before the termination. Employees who experience such conduct have the...Read More

Introduction The responsibility of child maintenance and support is regulated by the Children Act 2022 and the Constitution of Kenya. Child maintenance and custody are one of the fundamental issues that the courts do consider while acting on divorce or separation cases. The courts are always guided by Article 53 of the Constitution which provides...Read More

Debt collection is a process that involves recovering money owed by individuals or businesses to creditors. This process is essential for a stable economy in Kenya because by ensuring that debts are repaid, it supports business operations, lending, and investment, thereby fostering financial trust and responsible borrowing and lending practices. Debt collection encompasses various steps...Read More