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Tax Law Advisory

Exemption From Taxation Or The Entitlement To Privileges And Immunities As Specified In The Privileges Act Is Not Guaranteed For Employees Of Diplomatic Organizations: Un Employees Found Liable To Pay Income Tax.

The Privileges and Immunities Act CAP 179 of Kenya’s Laws provides for exemption from taxes to certain organizations or persons. Section 18 (b) Article V of the Convention on the Privileges and Immu...

corporate commercial

Regulation Of Mergers In Kenya

The Competition Act defines a merger as an acquisition of shares, business or other assets, whether inside or outside Kenya, resulting in the change of control of a business, part of a business or an ...

Tax Law Advisory

The Importance Of Proper Record-keeping In Tax Compliance In Kenya

Tax compliance is a fundamental aspect of running a business in Kenya. Proper record-keeping and bookkeeping procedures are essential not only for fulfilling tax obligations but also for defending tax...

corporate commercial

Non- Compliance: Court Dismisses 139 Lodged By Digital Lenders

Non-compliance comes at a steep price. As discussed in our previous article link, all non-deposit-taking credit providers are now required to obtain a license from the Central Bank of Kenya. ...

Real Estate, Banking & Finance

A Valuer’s Negligence: The Gulf African Bank Ltd V Hanif Tours & Travel Agency Limited & 4 Others Case

A scenario unfolds where a borrower seeks a loan from a financial institution, offering a property as security. To assess the adequacy of the security, the financial institution hires a valuer to appr...

IP & TMT ( Telecommunications, Media & Technology)

Unlocking Innovation: Understanding Patent Rights In Kenya

Kenya is quickly emerging as a hub for innovation in Africa, from Nairobi’s “Silicon Savannah” brimming with ground-breaking tech startups to innovative agricultural solutions revolutionizing ru...

Employment, Labour Relations and Immigration Law Advisory

Employment Of Casual Workers In Kenya: Risks And Tax Exposures

Casual employment plays a crucial role in Kenya’s labour market, providing businesses with a flexible workforce while offering job opportunities to many workers. However, hiring casual workers comes...

Dispute Resolution

The Implications Of Dual Employment In Termination Claims- Ogola V Anyango (appeal E138 Of 2024) [2024] Keelrc 13504 (klr)

The lower court delivered a ruling striking out suit Mombasa CMELRC No. E592 of 2022 on grounds that it was res judicata. The appellant was aggrieved with its decision and hence appealed to the High C...

Tax Law Advisory

Kenafric Bakery Limited V Commissioner, Domestic Taxes (income Tax Appeal E070 Of 2020) [2023]

Tax Laws Are Dynamic. What Happens When a Previously Exempt Good or Service Becomes Zero-Rated? Can the Law Apply Retrospectively to Allow Taxpayers to Deduct Input VAT Incurred on Supplies Made Befor...