Outstanding debts can cripple business operations, strain relationships, and hinder financial growth. Whether you’re a creditor, lender, or service provider, understanding how debt recovery works is vital to protecting your business and ensuring stable cash flow. This guide offers an in-depth look at debt recovery strategies, legal considerations, and practical tips for managing unpaid debts. […]
Navigating child custody laws in Kenya can be emotionally taxing and legally complex. Whether you’re facing a divorce, separation, or planning for your child’s welfare, understanding the custody process and parental rights is essential. This guide breaks down Kenya’s child custody framework, your rights as a parent, and how disputes are resolved under the law. […]
TL;DR:To notarize a document in Kenya, identify a licensed notary public near you, present valid identification and the original documents, pay the applicable fee (typically KES 500–5,000), and get the document stamped and signed. Mobile and online notarization options are also available in Kenya. What Is Document Notarization? Document notarization is a legal process where […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Kenya Finance Act 2025 The Finance Act 2025 Kenya introduces a set of reforms designed to boost government revenue and ensure equitable taxation. From the introduction of new tax categories like the digital services tax to revisions in excise duties and the new eco levy, the changes reflect a more robust approach to taxation and […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]