Customary Trust: Why Kenyan Parents Cannot Sell Ancestral Land Without Children’s Consent

Customary Trust: Why Kenyan Parents Cannot Sell Ancestral Land Without Children’s Consent

Land is the most emotive asset in Kenya. While many believe that a title deed gives a father or mother absolute power to do as they please, Lawyer Danstan Omari has clarified a critical legal distinction that every Kenyan needs to understand: the difference between land you bought and land you inherited. If you are … Read more

Beyond the Will: Why Kenya’s Elite Are Putting Their Faith in Family Trusts.

Why Kenya’s Elite Are Putting Their Faith in Family Trusts

For decades, the standard for “leaving something behind” in Kenya was the Last Will and Testament. However, a quiet revolution is happening within the boardrooms and private estates of Kenya’s wealthiest families. From the rolling hills of Muthaiga to the luxury penthouses of Riverside, the elite are moving away from wills and embracing the Family … Read more

Raphael Tuju Loan Dispute: Facts, Debt, Court Battle & Auction

Raphael Tuju loan dispute

The ongoing Raphael Tuju loan dispute has become one of Kenya’s most talked-about financial and legal battles. What started as a commercial loan agreement has evolved into a complex case touching on debt, power, the rule of law, and accountability. While many initially viewed Tuju as a victim of circumstance, a closer look at the … Read more