Property law Kenya Archives

Factors to Consider When Selling or Buying a Villa in Kenya’s Affluent Neighbourhoods – Ukunda, Nyari, Runda, Kileleshwa, Karen, and Lavington

By admin August 25, 2025

Factors to Consider When Selling or Buying a Villa in Kenya’s Affluent Neighbourhoods – Ukunda, Nyari, Runda, Kileleshwa, Karen, and Lavington Kenya’s luxury real estate market continues to attract high-net-worth individuals, foreign investors, and the Kenyan diaspora, with affluent neighbourhoods such as Ukunda (Diani Beach), Nyari, Runda, Kileleshwa, Karen, and Lavington standing out as prime […]

Everything You Need to Know Before Buying an Apartment in Kenya

By admin August 25, 2025

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 […]

Demystifying Sectional Titles in Kenya: A Comprehensive Guide for Buyers, Investors, and Property Owners

By admin August 25, 2025

Demystifying Sectional Titles in Kenya: A Comprehensive Guide for Buyers, Investors, and Property Owners The Kenyan property market is rapidly evolving, with innovative ownership structures now catering to modern lifestyles, urbanization, and real estate investment opportunities. One of the most important concepts shaping this transformation is the Sectional Title. A sectional title in Kenya allows […]

Understanding Management Companies in Sectional Developments: Roles, Powers & Legal Limits

By admin July 9, 2025

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 […]

Sectional Titles vs. Share Certificates in Kenya: Which Offers Safer Property Ownership?

By admin July 8, 2025

Sectional Titles vs. Share Certificates in Kenya: Which Offers Safer Property Ownership? As Kenya’s real estate sector expands, many property buyers—especially in Nairobi and other urban counties—are faced with a critical legal decision:Should you invest in a property with a sectional title or one backed by a share certificate? While both models are used in […]

Sectional Property Registration in Kenya

By admin July 3, 2025

Sectional Property Registration in Kenya: Legal Process, Requirements & Pitfalls Sectional property registration is essential for legal ownership, compliance, financing, and long-term investment protection. With Kenya’s regulatory landscape shifting, failing to register or convert your apartment units can lead to disputes, marketability issues, or financing obstacles. As Kenya’s urban population grows and demand for apartments […]

The Importance of Sectional Plans in Apartment Sales and Ownership Transfers in Kenya

By admin July 3, 2025

The Importance of Sectional Plans in Apartment Sales and Ownership Transfers in Kenya Customized for WKA Advocates – Experts in Sectional Titles, Real Estate Law, and Apartment Transactions in Kenya As apartment living continues to rise in urban centers like Nairobi, Mombasa, Kisumu, Eldoret, and Nakuru, Kenya’s property landscape is rapidly transforming. Central to this […]

Why You Need a Property Lawyer When Buying Property in Kenya

By admin June 7, 2025

Why You Need a Property Lawyer When Buying Property in Kenya Buying property in Kenya is a significant investment—whether you’re purchasing a residential plot for your dream home, investing in commercial real estate in Nairobi, or acquiring agricultural land in rural counties. However, the land acquisition process in Kenya is often complex and riddled with […]

The Role of Advocates in Secure Property Transactions in Kenya

By admin June 3, 2025

The Role of Advocates in Secure Property Transactions in Kenya Secure property transactions in Kenya are essential to protecting your investment, whether you’re a local buyer, diaspora Kenyan, real estate developer, or foreign national. In a landscape where land scams, title disputes, and illegal transfers are not uncommon, engaging a qualified property lawyer in Kenya […]

Off Plan Property Purchases in Kenya Legal Perspective

By admin May 12, 2025

Off-Plan Property Purchases in Kenya: A Lawyer’s Perspective on Risk and Protection Off Plan Property Purchases in Kenya have become a defining feature of the country’s dynamic real estate sector. Over the past two decades, the property market has seen a surge in off plan real estate investments — where buyers commit to units before […]