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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 […]

Why Nairobi Landowners Must Convert to Sectional Titles: Understanding the Legal Requirement

By admin July 8, 2025

Why Nairobi Landowners Must Convert to Sectional Titles: Understanding the Legal Requirement Kenya’s real estate laws have changed significantly in recent years—especially with the enactment of the Sectional Properties Act, 2020. This law now requires apartment and multi-dwelling unit owners to convert their properties from long-term leases to sectional titles. The Ministry of Lands and […]

Apartment Ownership in Kenya: What Does a Sectional Title Actually Give You

By admin July 3, 2025

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 […]

How to Ensure Compliance with the Sectional Properties Act in Kenya

By admin July 3, 2025

How to Ensure Compliance with the Sectional Properties Act in Kenya Customized for WKA Advocates – Experts in Apartment Law, Sectional Titles, and Real Estate Transactions in Kenya The Sectional Properties Act, 2020 fundamentally transformed the real estate landscape in Kenya, particularly in the management, sale, and ownership of apartments, maisonettes, gated communities, flats, and […]

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 […]

Buying Property as a Foreigner in Kenya

By admin June 7, 2025

Buying Property as a Foreigner in Kenya: Freehold vs Leasehold Explained Buying property in Kenya as a foreigner is a significant investment that requires careful legal planning, thorough research, and reliable professional guidance. Whether you’re looking to purchase land, invest in real estate, acquire a residential apartment, or establish a commercial presence, understanding Kenya’s land […]

Understanding Title Deeds and Land Ownership in Kenya

By admin June 7, 2025

Understanding Title Deeds and Land Ownership in Kenya Land ownership in Kenya remains one of the most valuable assets for individuals, families, investors, and institutions. Whether you’re purchasing property for residential development, agriculture, commercial real estate projects, or long-term investment, securing legitimate land rights is essential for wealth protection and economic growth. However, navigating the […]

Top Legal Mistakes to Avoid When Buying Property in Kenya

By admin June 7, 2025

Top Legal Mistakes to Avoid When Buying Property in Kenya Buying property in Kenya—whether it’s residential land, commercial real estate, or agricultural plots—is a major investment. But without the right legal guidance, this exciting milestone can quickly turn into a costly mistake. From forged title deeds to invalid land transfers, legal pitfalls are common in […]