Kenya Business &
Contract Law Blog
Plain-English guides on employment law, freelance agreements, NDAs, and more — written for Kenyan entrepreneurs and freelancers.
Employment Contract Kenya: What Must Be Included by Law
Every Kenyan employer must issue a written employment contract. Here's exactly what the Employment Act Cap. 226 requires — and what happens if you skip it.
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How to Write a Freelance Agreement in Kenya (With Template)
Kenyan freelancers lose thousands every year to unpaid invoices and scope creep. A proper freelance agreement fixes this. Here's what yours must include.
NDA Kenya: When You Need One and What It Must Say
Before you share your business idea, product plans, or client data with anyone in Kenya — get an NDA signed. Here's what a valid Kenyan NDA must include.
Landlord Rights in Kenya: What Your Rental Agreement Must Cover
Renting out property in Kenya without a written agreement is one of the most expensive mistakes a landlord can make. Here's what the law requires.
Service Agreement vs Employment Contract: Key Differences in Kenya
Hiring someone as a consultant vs an employee has major legal and tax implications in Kenya. Getting this wrong can cost you millions. Here's how to tell them apart.
How to Legally Terminate an Employee in Kenya (Step by Step)
Wrongful dismissal is one of the most expensive mistakes a Kenyan employer can make. The Employment Court can award up to 12 months' salary. Here's the legal process.
Partnership Agreement Kenya: Protect Yourself Before You Start a Business with Someone
A handshake partnership sounds exciting — until the money comes in and the arguments start. Here's what a proper Kenya partnership agreement must cover.
Loan Agreement Kenya: How to Lend or Borrow Money Without Losing a Friend — or Going to Court
Lending or borrowing money in Kenya without a written loan agreement is one of the fastest ways to destroy a relationship. Here's what your contract must say.
MOU Kenya: When to Use a Memorandum of Understanding (And When It Won't Protect You)
An MOU is not a contract — but it's not meaningless either. Understanding the difference could save your next business deal in Kenya.
How to Chase Unpaid Invoices in Kenya: Your Legal Options When a Client Won't Pay
A client who won't pay is every freelancer's and business owner's nightmare. Here's exactly what you can do about it in Kenya — from demand letters to court.
Contractor vs Employee Kenya: The Legal Difference That Could Cost Your Business
Misclassifying a worker in Kenya — calling an employee a 'contractor' to avoid statutory benefits — is one of the most common and expensive HR mistakes. Here's how to get it right.