May 17, 2021

Protection of Mobile Apps in Kenya

The increased use of smartphones and improved internet penetration have seen an increase in the use of mobile applications (mobile apps) worldwide. The development of apps related to financial technology (Fintech) has had a positive impact on the financial services industry in Kenya and the region. Kenya, being the origin of mobile money thanks to mobile money services such as […]
May 17, 2021

Work Permits in Kenya-immigration services in Kenya

Work Permits are part of immigration services in Kenya and are handled by the Department of Immigration Services located at Nyayo House Kenyatta Avenue/ Uhuru Highway. All documents submitted must be in English / or translated to English by relevant embassies or authorised organizations. For all government contracts the following should be presented in addition to other requirements; A valid […]
May 17, 2021

Permits in Kenya

Permits are part of immigration services in Kenya and are handled by the Department of Immigration Services located at Nyayo House Kenyatta Avenue/ Uhuru Highway. All documents submitted must be in English / or translated to English by relevant embassies or authorised organizations. For all government contracts the following should be presented in addition to other requirements; A valid signed […]
May 17, 2021

Partnerships

Section 2 of the Partnerships Act, 2012 defines a partnership as “… the relationship which exists between persons who carry on business in common with a view to making profit” Types: There are three types of partnerships: General/ordinary partnership Limited partnership Limited liability partnerships 1. General Partnership It is created by default. Unlike a corporation, there is no need to […]
May 17, 2021

Immigration Passes Issued in Kenya- Immigration services in Kenya

DEPENDANT’S PASS This pass is issued to individuals whose spouse, parent, or guardian is lawfully entitled to enter Kenya. Dependency can also be in an instance whereby reason of disability or incapacity, an individual depends on someone to maintain themselves adequately. They are issued to the dependants of Kenya Citizens, Permit holders, Exempted Persons and Permanent Residents. Exempted Persons mean […]
May 17, 2021

Immigration Passes Issued in Kenya

DEPENDANT’S PASS This pass is issued to individuals whose spouse, parent, or guardian is lawfully entitled to enter Kenya. Dependency can also be in an instance whereby reason of disability or incapacity, an individual depends on someone to maintain themselves adequately. They are issued to the dependants of Kenya Citizens, Permit holders, Exempted Persons and Permanent Residents. Exempted Persons mean […]
May 17, 2021

Taxes Payable by LLCs

When starting up a business, proprietors must note that all income is taxable as per the tax laws of the country in which they operate. Business income is no exception. A business person needs to ask himself a few questions in this regard: What different types of taxes do I need to pay How is each type of tax applicable […]
May 17, 2021

Patents

A patent is a form of intellectual property that gives its owner the legal right to exclude others from making, using, or selling an invention for a limited period of years in exchange for publishing an enabling public disclosure of the invention. In most countries, patent rights fall under private law and the patent holder must sue someone infringing the patent in order to enforce his or her rights. Also, in some industries patents […]