Removal of Directors in Kenyan Companies

Removal of Directors in Kenyan Companies (2026 Legal Guide)   Complete guide to director removal in Kenyan companies. Understand shareholder resolutions, legal procedures, and corporate governance rules. Corporate governance is a critical component of running a successful company in Kenya. Directors are responsible for managing company affairs, making strategic decisions, and ensuring compliance with legal …

Class G Permit vs Class D Permit in Kenya

Class G Permit vs Class D Permit in Kenya: Key Differences (2026 Legal Guide) A Comprehensive Legal Comparison by WKA Advocates Foreign nationals who intend to work, invest, or operate businesses in Kenya must obtain the correct immigration authorization. Two of the most commonly misunderstood permits are the Class G Permit (Investor Permit) and the …

Renewing a Class G Investor Permit in Kenya

Renewing a Class G Investor Permit in Kenya (2026 Guide for Foreign Investors) Legal Advisory by WKA Advocates Foreign investors operating businesses in Kenya under a Class G Work Permit must ensure their immigration status remains valid at all times. One of the most important compliance steps for maintaining lawful business operations is renewing a …

Minimum Investment Required for Class G Permit in Kenya

Minimum Investment Required for Class G Permit in Kenya (2026 Guide) Legal Investor Advisory by WKA Advocates Kenya remains one of Africa’s most attractive investment destinations due to its strategic location, access to the East African Community (EAC) market, a diversified economy, and a steadily improving business environment. For foreign nationals who wish to establish …

Class G Work Permit in Kenya

Class G Work Permit in Kenya: Investor Permit Requirements, Costs & Application Process (2026 Guide) A Comprehensive Legal Guide for Foreign Investors by WKA Advocates Kenya remains one of Africa’s most attractive destinations for foreign direct investment (FDI), offering strategic access to East African markets, a diversified economy, and a progressive regulatory framework. For foreign …

Work Permit Class in Kenya for Employment or Investment

Choosing the Right Work Permit Class in Kenya for Employment or Investment Kenya continues to attract foreign investors, expatriates, skilled professionals, entrepreneurs, consultants, digital creators, and multinational corporations due to its strategic location in East Africa, relative political stability, expanding economy, and growing opportunities across technology, infrastructure, finance, manufacturing, and the creative economy. However, under …

Common IP Disputes in Kenya and How to Avoid Them

Common IP Disputes in Kenya and How to Avoid Them Insights from WKA Advocates In today’s competitive and innovation-driven economy, Intellectual Property (IP) rights are invaluable assets. At WKA Advocates, we understand the importance of protecting these rights for businesses, creators, and innovators in Kenya. Unfortunately, IP disputes are all too common, often leading to …

Govt to Merge 40 State Corporations and Shut Down 9 Others

Govt to Merge 40 State Corporations and Shut Down 9 Others On January 21, 2025, President William Ruto chaired the first Cabinet meeting of the year at State Lodge, Kakamega. The President urged his Cabinet to leverage the diverse political composition of the government to bring about transformative changes in Kenya. He emphasized the importance …

New Penalties for Overstaying in Kenya What You Need to Know

New Penalties for Overstaying in Kenya What You Need to Know In January 2025, Kenya implemented stricter penalties for overstaying visas, marking a significant milestone in its commitment to upholding immigration laws under the Kenya Citizenship and Immigration Amendment Bill, 2023. This legislative update aims to enhance compliance with immigration regulations, protect national security, and …