The Differences Between a Contract for Services and a Contract of Service Why Misclassifying Consultants Could Cost Your Business Millions By William Karoki Advocates (WKA Advocates)đź”— Website: www.wka.co.ke In Kenyan employment law, the difference between a Contract for Services and a Contract of Service may appear small—just one word. However, that single word determines whether […]
How to Acquire a KRA PIN for Your Foreign-Owned Company in Kenya (2025) Step-by-step guide to corporate KRA PIN registration in Kenya for foreign investors. WKA Advocates handles incorporation, nominee director, iTax, banking, permits, and immigration. Step-by-Step: WKA’s Fast-Track Path to Your Corporate KRA PIN 1) Incorporate the Company (BRS/eCitizen) Handled end-to-end by WKA Advocates: […]
Why a Shareholder’s Agreement Is Essential for Foreign Investors Setting Up a Company in Kenya A 2025 Legal & Compliance Guide by WKA Advocates Kenya’s growing economy, stable political environment, and regional influence make it a leading destination for foreign investors in East Africa. Whether you’re establishing a fintech startup in Nairobi’s Silicon Savannah, a […]
Why a Kenyan Resident Director Is Required for Company Registration — and How to Remove Them Post-Registration A 2025 Legal & Compliance Guide by WKA Advocates Kenya remains one of Africa’s most attractive destinations for foreign investors, thanks to its robust legal framework, strategic position in East Africa, and digitized company registration systems. Whether you’re […]
Starting an Agribusiness in Kenya as a Foreigner (2025) Company Formation, KRA PIN & Resident/Nominee Director Guide — with WKA Advocates Kenya—often called the breadbasket of East Africa—is a prime destination for foreign agribusiness investors. Fertile land, diverse agro-ecological zones, and resilient logistics/export corridors support high-value ventures in horticulture, floriculture, livestock, aquaculture, cereals, edible oils, […]
Setting Up a Gold Dealing Company in Kenya (2025 Guide) Licensing, KRA PIN, Nominee Director & Compliance Requirements — With WKA Advocates Kenya, strategically positioned in East Africa and adjacent to major gold-producing economies such as Tanzania, South Sudan, and the DRC, has emerged as a prime gateway for international bullion and precious-metal traders.Its access […]
Registering a Private Limited Company in Kenya for Foreigners (2025 Guide) Requirements, Nominee Director, and KRA PIN — by WKA Advocates Kenya — East Africa’s fastest-growing business hub — continues to attract foreign investors with its stable economy, modern legal frameworks, and access to continental markets under the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) and […]
How to Set Up a Business in Kenya as a Foreign Investor: Step-by-Step Guide (2025) KRA PIN, Bank Account, and Company Registration with WKA Advocates Learn how to set up a business in Kenya as a foreign investor with this complete 2025 guide.This article—developed with the corporate law experts at WKA Advocates—walks you through every […]
Hassle Free Company Registration in Kenya for Foreigners KRA PIN, Bank Account, and Nominee Director Services Published on October 18, 2025 | Updated for 2025 Business Regulations Kenya has firmly established itself as East Africa’s investment gateway — a strategic, innovation-driven economy connecting Africa, Europe, and Asia. With robust infrastructure, a growing digital economy, and […]
Drafting Articles of Association for Your Kenyan Business: Why Foreign Investors Need a Custom Approach Are you a foreign investor planning to start a business in Kenya or acquire an existing company?If so, drafting customized Articles of Association (often called “Articles” or “MemArts”) is one of the most important steps in ensuring corporate compliance, ownership […]
