Over the past few years, the world has witnessed increased use of artificial intelligence (AI) in almost every sphere of life. Some of the AI solutions such as ChatGPT by OpenAI have drawn immense public attention and are said to be “revolutionary”. Governments and businesses world-wide are exploring ways of integrating AI into the economy and businesses
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If you are employed on a fixed-term contract, prepare to go home on the expiry date unless your employer advises you otherwise. Indeed, the preparation should start from the day you sign the contract. That is the latest, crisp albeit stone-cold advisement from the Court of Appeal.
A landmark overhaul of how bank loans are priced is set to take effect from 1 September 2025, with the Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) replacing the well-known Central Bank Rate (CBR) with a new market-based benchmark. This change, detailed in a revised Risk-Based Credit Pricing Model (RBCPM), will fundamentally alter the landscape for banks and borrowers alike, introducing a more dynamic but potentially volatile interest rate environment.
The ultimate ambition of most employees, especially those who have scaled the corporate ladder to the executive level, is to one day occupy the corner office, usually located on the topmost floor of the building with a balcony commanding the most vantage views of the city skyline and landscape yonder. Welcome to the C-Suite, the hallowed terra inhabited by honchos whose titles have the letter ‘C’ as the common denominator. This is where you find the chief executive officer, chief finance officer, chief operations officer, chief legal officer and practically every other chief something. Everyone here graduated at the top of their class and winning has been their badge of identity. The brainpower on this floor produces enough electrical energy to blow up a 30-storey skyscraper. This is where decisions to save the world are made.
The publication provides a comprehensive overview of the latest legal developments, including the enactment of new Acts, Bills, and Regulations that have impact on various sectors and businesses. As the legal landscape continues to evolve, it is crucial to stay informed about these changes and understand how they may affect your operations, compliance requirements, and strategic decisions.
We are delighted to be a contributing firm, for the fifth year in a row, to the Real Estate Law & Practice Guide 2025 (Kenya) with Chambers Global Practice Guides. The publication features over 50 jurisdictions worldwide. Our commentary on the real estate, finance and related sectors in Kenya provides expert insights on the impact of disruptive technologies, recent proposals for legal reform, industry trends and recent deals, real estate investments (REITs) and other investment vehicles, construction and tax among others.