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The Copyright (Amendment) Act 2022
In October 2021, the Copyright (Amendment) Bill 2021 was published. The Bill had two main objectives; firstly, to amend the Copyright Act to provide for a fair formula for sharing of revenue from ring back tunes between the artistes/copyright holders and the telecommunications companies; and secondly, to repeal the provisions on takedown notices and requirements, the role of internet service providers and application for injunctions.
Eviction of Squatters in Illegal Occupation of Private Land
“Squatter” is defined in the Black’s Law Dictionary, 9th Edition as; “a person who settles on property without any legal claim or title”. The same was reiterated in Salome Mwihaki Njenga & Others (Suing as Chairlady, Treasurer And Secretary Of Twiga Estate Squatters Society) versus Hon. Attorney General Of Kenya & Others [2016] eKLR.
Conversion of Long-term Leases to Sectional Titles in Kenya
The Cabinet Secretary Ministry of Lands and Physical Planning issued a notice informing the public of the conversion of long-term leases that do not conform with section 54(5) of the Land Registration Act, 2012 (the “LRA”) and Section 13 of the Sectional Properties Act, 2020
Essential Clauses of a Commercial Lease to Protect the Landlord
A Lease Agreement (the “Lease”) sets out the rules to govern the relationship between the Landlord and the Tenant. It is a legal contract, as well as an immensely practical document full of crucial business details and deep legal implications.
Land Rates Exemption for Charitable Institutions in Kenya
The Rating Act, cap 267 as read with the Valuation for Rating Act, cap 266, provides the legal framework for the imposition and collection of land rates in Kenya.
The Intersex Bill 2023
Litigated cases in Courts, complaints received and reports generated by the Kenya National Commission on Human Rights and other civil society organizations have revealed that Intersex Persons in Kenya…
Reasonable Accomodation of Persons with Disability in Employment
Article 54 of the Constitution of Kenya 2010 introduced massive protection for Persons living with Disability (PWD’s), including their entitlement to be treated with dignity and respect;
Replacement of Title to Land in Kenya
A title document is an essential document that shows proof of right to ownership of property or land. Due to its nature, it may be destroyed, lost or misplaced…
The Law on Share Buy Back by an Unlisted Limited Liability Company
Share buyback is when a company buys its own shares from shareholders or investors. This has several advantages to a Company that is a going concern.
The Law On Occupiers’ Liability in Kenya
Occupiers’ liability is an area of tort law that deals with the duty of care owed by those who occupy real property through ownership or lease (called ‘the occupier’) to those who visit or trespass into the property.
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Eviction of Squatters in Illegal Occupation of Private Land
"Squatter" is defined in the Black's Law Dictionary, 9th Edition...
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The Cabinet Secretary Ministry of Lands and Physical Planning issued...
Read MoreEssential Clauses of a Commercial Lease to Protect the Landlord
A Lease Agreement (the “Lease”) sets out the rules to...
Read MoreLand Rates Exemption for Charitable Institutions in Kenya
The Rating Act, cap 267 as read with the Valuation...
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