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

Why Willis Raburu Lost the Ksh 6.5 Million ‘Bazu’ Trademark Case Against Airtel

Why Willis Raburu Lost the Ksh 6.5 Million ‘Bazu’ Trademark Case Against Airtel

Kenyan media personality Willis Raburu, popularly known as “Bazu,” recently suffered a legal setback after the High Court overturned a Ksh 6.5 million payout he had previously been awarded in a case against Airtel Kenya. The ruling brought an unexpected twist to a high-profile intellectual property dispute that had captured the attention of Kenyans across social media and entertainment … Read more

Snooping on Your Partner’s Phone: Kenya’s Laws, Penalties & What’s Legal vs Illegal

Snooping on Your Partner’s Phone

In close relationships, trust is everything. But snooping on your partner’s phone or computer—reading their messages, emails, WhatsApp chats, or social media—might seem minor. In Kenya, it isn’t. Under the Computer Misuse and Cybercrimes Act, 2018 (CMCA), such actions may be criminal. This guide explains what the law says, what actions are criminalized, what penalties … Read more