Everything You Need to Know Before Buying an Apartment in Kenya The Kenyan property market is booming, with a sharp rise in apartment developments across Nairobi, Mombasa, Kisumu, and other urban hubs. Driven by urbanization, a growing middle class, and demand for secure, modern housing, apartments have become the preferred choice for homebuyers, investors, and […]
Understanding Management Companies in Sectional Developments: Roles, Powers & Legal Limits As apartment living and gated communities become more common in Kenya—particularly in Nairobi, Mombasa, and other urban centers—the demand for well-structured property management continues to grow. The Sectional Properties Act, 2020 provides a legal framework for managing shared spaces in developments through Corporations (Bodies […]
Apartment Ownership in Kenya: What Does a Sectional Title Actually Give You? Customized for WKA Advocates – Kenya’s Leading Experts in Sectional Titles, Real Estate Law, and Property Transactions Introduction: Understanding Apartment Ownership in Kenya With Kenya’s urban population booming—particularly in fast-growing cities like Nairobi, Mombasa, Kisumu, Nakuru, and Eldoret—apartment living has become the go-to […]
Can Foreigners Buy Land in Kenya? A Complete Legal Breakdown The question Can Foreigners Buy Land in Kenya? is one of the most common inquiries from expatriates, diaspora Kenyans, multinational investors, and foreign companies interested in real estate and property investment opportunities in Kenya. At WKA Advocates, we offer expert legal counsel, clear step-by-step guidance, […]
Common Real Estate Scams in Kenya and How to Protect Yourself Legally Common Real Estate Scams in Kenya can turn what should be an exciting investment into a costly nightmare. From fake land titles and double sales to non-existent properties and unscrupulous agents, the risks are real—but they’re also avoidable. Purchasing land or property in […]
The Legal Procedure for Lenders to Sell Property in Case of Loan Default in Kenya In Kenya, many borrowers secure loans from banks and financial institutions by offering their property, particularly land, as collateral. This collateral is legally known as a “charge” on the property. Unfortunately, borrowers often default on loan repayments, leading to the […]
