Requirements needed to set up a company
Do you want to setup a company? Having a business up and running most often one needs a company in order to have a structured and well aligned system to function. That is why it is advisable that you open up a company in order to run your business, because a company is a legal […]
Steps to take when your copyright is or has been infringed
Establishing legal grounds in Copyright infringement The first step towards filing a claim for copyright infringement is identifying the legal grounds on which your copyright may have been infringed. Infringement of a copyright often arises when a third party performs any acts legally granted to the copyright holder or author in relation to the […]
Lending money to a friend? What kind of investor are you? Who is an investor?
A person or organization that puts money into financial schemes, property, etc. with the expectation of achieving a profit/ financial returns from it. The investors may include everyone, that is, from startup accelerators to Capital Markets institutions and even family members who loan money to one another. They buy into long-term strategic positions and expect […]
Why you need your contracts to be reviewed by a lawyer
The practice of thoroughly reading and understanding a contract before agreeing to its terms is known as contract review. It is advisable that anyone (company, entities, individuals) intending to enter into a business arrangement for the provision of a good or service get their contracts reviewed. Reasons for having a lawyer review your contract include […]
Best Practices For Effective Boards
Best Practices For Effective Boards A Board of Directors is the primary driver of corporate governance in a company. Corporate Governance refers to the manner in which the competing interests of a company’s stakeholders, namely: shareholders, management, the Government, creditors, employees and suppliers among others, are directed and controlled with the goal of creating long-term […]
Ease of Doing Business and Digitization of Business Registration Services
Ease of Doing Business and Digitization of Business Registration Services The World Bank lists amongst other parameters the following indicators against which the ease of doing business in a country is measured: Starting a business – Procedures, time, cost and paid-in minimum capital to start a limited liability company; Registering property– Procedures, time and cost […]
Digitization of the Merger Filing Process in Kenya
AUTOMATED CASE MANAGEMENT SYSTEM: DIGITIZATION OF THE MERGER FILING PROCESS IN KENYA Competition agencies across the world have in the recent past commenced the automation of their services by initiating a change-over from a manual case management system to an automated case management system. Kenya is no exception to the trend with the Competition Authority […]
Taxing the Digital Economy
Taxing the Digital Economy In the 21st Century, technology and internet connectivity have undoubtedly become critical infrastructure for personal and business activities worldwide. Inevitably, digitalization has over the years played, and continues to play, a huge role in how business is transacted in various sectors including software development, management and engineering consultancy, gaming and betting, […]
Protection of Image Rights in Kenya
Protection of Image Rights in Kenya Businesses in Kenya have increasingly adopted the art of image-based advertising by using images of well-known celebrities and other personalities to sell their products and services. This is driven by the growing realization of the commercial gain accruing to brands development as consumers are more inclined to buy into […]
The Start-up Bill 2020
The Startup Bill, 2020 was proposed by the Senate on 14 September 2020 through Kenya Gazette Supplement No. 163 (Senate Bill No.16). The Bill is awaiting debate by the Senate and the National Assembly before enactment. WHAT IT IS The drafting of the Startup Bill establishes a law to recognize and support startups in Kenya […]
