Yearly Archives: 2026

Replacing a trustee? what the law in Kenya says

The legal process for appointing or removing a trustee in Kenya is primarily governed by the Trustee Act (Cap 167), the Trustees (Perpetual Succession) Act (Cap 164), and the provisions of the Trust Deed itself.

How children can safely own company shares through family trusts

Many parents wish to involve their children in family businesses or create long-term wealth through company share ownership. However, under Kenyan law, children under the age of 18 do not have the legal capacity to enter into binding contracts.