6 Quick Points on Mergers in Kenya
Mergers and Acquisitions is an interesting and vibrant practice that is emerging in Kenya. It is reported that Kenya ranked 4th overall in Africa after South, Nigeria and Ghana as the most sought after country for foreign investors for mergers with local firms/companies. The following is a brief write up on mergers in Kenya
Plastic Bags Ban in Kenya: A Gold Mine of Opportunities
The ban Marine and environmental pollution by plastic material has for several years been a global concern. The United Nation Environmental Programme’s (UNEP) initiative dubbed the “#CleanSeas campaign”, among others, urges governments to pass plastic reduction policies. In August 2017, Kenya became the 11th country to embrace the campaign by enacting a ban on plastic …
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Keeping disputes out of Court…Mediation gaining ground in Kenya
When you hear Alternative Dispute Resolution commonly referred to as ADR, the first thought that comes to mind is settling a dispute outside the Courtroom, which is correct. The typical ADR processes include: Arbitration, Negotiation, Mediation and Conciliation. It would be great to enlighten you on all four processes but the focus of this article …
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Linking your Business to the eCitizen Portal
With the introduction and recent operationalization of the Business Registration Services (BRS) by the Companies Registry, all applications relating to:
Legal Development: The National Land Commission (Investigation of Historical Land Injustices) Regula
The Constitution of Kenya mandates the National Land Commission ("Commission") to initiate investigation on its own initiative or on a complaint into historical land injustices and recommend appropriate redress.
Bankrupt Spouse What You Need to Know
Bankruptcy is a legal method of eliminating debt and providing a means for debt oppressed people to obtain a ‘fresh start’. Simply put bankruptcy means the elimination of the debt one owes to the creditor
Creditors’ Rights: Possible Recovery Avenues for Creditors
Introduction The current financial tribulations experienced by market leaders such as Nakumatt and Kenya Airways reveal a disturbing trend for employees, lenders, and the suppliers of goods or services. Failing businesses are increasingly flouting reporting and management rules and norms, leaving creditors in the unfortunate situation of pursuing payments for goods already delivered or services …
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Substantial Amendments To Egypt’s Companies Act
A new law is issued in Egypt to amend the Joint Stock Companies, Partnerships Limited by Shares and Limited liability Companies, known as the Companies Act no. 159 of 1981 (the "Law"). The amendments are effective as of 17 January 2018. This report will summarize the main amendments introduced.
Disclosure Of Beneficial Ownership Of Companies: Implications For Private Equity
The Financial Action Task Force on Money Laundering (FATF)[1] through its Recommendation 24 on transparency and beneficial ownership of legal persons, calls on its member states to take measures to prevent the misuse of legal persons for money laundering or terrorist financing. It provides that countries should ensure that there is adequate, accurate and timely information on the …
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Employment: Surviving Hard Times with or Without Employees
The Kenyan economy has over the last couple of years suffered numerous shocks such as the global economic and financial crisis and high inflation rates. Organizational restructuring can be considered inevitable for any company to survive with the changing times.