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NLC Moves to End the Secrecy Around Historical Land Injustice Claims
An analysis of the draft National Land Commission (Historical Land Injustices) Regulations, 2026 For decades, Kenyans pursuing claims over land […]
Mary Matano · 6 min read
Dongo Kundu: Inside Mombasa’s Ksh 74.1 Billion Bet on Becoming an Industrial Powerhouse
What the numbers, the timeline, and the honest gaps tell us about Kenya’s flagship coastal SEZ Every time I drive […]
Mary Matano · 8 min read
CONTRACT AND CONSUMER LAW IN BETTING AND IGAMES
INTRODUCTION The bettor as a consumer For too long, the Kenyan bettor was treated as a participant in a game…
Mary Matano · 8 min read
No Instructions, No Action: The Advocate’s Duty to Act Only with Client Authority
The Foundational Principle The bedrock rule of legal practice is that the client is the principal, and the lawyer is…
Mary Matano · 6 min read
Silicon Savannah Rising: Why Kenya Is Africa’s Premier Destination for Global Tech Giants
Over two decades of mobile-first innovation, world-class talent, and bold infrastructure investment have transformed Nairobi into something rare: a technology…
Mary Matano · 3 min read
The House without Land: Understanding Kenya’s Coastal Ground Lease
Along the shores of Mombasa, Lamu, and Diani, a centuries-old arrangement lets builders own their homes on land they do…
Mary Matano · 6 min read
The Long Road to Simpler Land Law
A look at how Kenya untangled decades of fragmented conveyancing law and what still needs fixing If you’ve ever tried…
Mary Matano · 3 min read
The Evolution of Land Acquisition and Adjudication in Kenya
Introduction Land in Kenya is more than just property it is identity, livelihood, and legacy. Yet the way land is…
Mary Matano · 3 min read
Theft and Robbery: Understanding the Legal Distinction and Consequences
Crime against property remains one of the most common offences in criminal justice systems around the world. In everyday conversation,…
Mary Matano · 3 min read
Sex with Minors: Legal Consequences and the Imperative of Child Protection in Kenya
When it comes to children, the law in Kenya is clear and uncompromising: sexual relations with a minor is a…
Mary Matano · 2 min read
Domestic Violence and Family Law: When the Law Steps Into the Home
Domestic violence is often whispered about, hidden behind closed doors, or dismissed as a “private family matter.” But in truth,…
Mary Matano · 2 min read
The Push to Legalise Marijuana in Kenya: Law, Politics, Religion, and Economics
Not long ago, any public discussion about marijuana in Kenya was quickly dismissed as radical or immoral. Today, however, the…
Mary Matano · 3 min read
SPORTS LAW
Sports today is far more than just fun, fitness, or competition it is a powerful global industry worth billions. Every…
Mary Matano · 2 min read
Why Lunga Lunga is the Next Frontier for Legal Practice
As Kenya’s legal and commercial landscape continues to evolve, the traditional concentration of law firms in major cities is steadily…
Mary Matano · 2 min read
Break-Ins, Crime Prevention, and the Law: What Are Your Rights If You Catch an Offender in Kenya?
Break-ins, burglary, and trespass remain among the most common security threats faced by homeowners, businesses, and event organizers in Kenya.…
Mary Matano · 2 min read
Legal Implications of the Planned Matatu Operators’ Strike and Rising Transport Insecurity in Kenya
The announcement by matatu operators of a nationwide strike beginning next week has brought renewed attention to persistent security challenges…
Mary Matano · 2 min read
Summary Of The Determination Of The Data Commissioners Office, Odpc Complaint No.0010 Of 2024
Ann Wanjiru Irungu Complainant Lintons Academy Defendant Pursuant to section 8 (1) (f) and 56 of the data protection act, 2019 and…
Mary Matano · 3 min read
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