Author: Peter Maina
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Buying Land in Kenya from the US, UK, Canada or the Gulf: How to Do It Safely Without Travelling
In short, you are able to buy land or an apartment in Kenya from wherever you live, without a single flight home, provided the purchase is run by a Kenyan advocate under a registered power of attorney and every shilling passes through the advocate’s client account. The risks are real and the Kenyan state has…
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Why FATF removal won’t lift Kenya’s AML burden
Kenya FATF grey list status has become one of the most important compliance issues for businesses, financial institutions, investors, and professional advisers. Much of the conversation in Nairobi treats Kenya’s eventual exit from the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) grey list as a finish line. It is closer to a gate. Crossing it relieves a…
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Work Permits and Special Passes in Kenya (2026): Classes, Fees, Requirements, and How to Apply
Synopsis No foreign national may work in Kenya without a permit or pass. Employees need a Class D work permit (KES 500,000 a year). Investors need Class G (minimum capital USD 100,000). Retirees and people of independent means use Class K. Remote workers now have Class N, the digital nomad permit (USD 1,000 a year).…
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Should Interest Rates Be Regulated?
Interest rates in Kenya have been the subject of intense debate for more than two decades, dividing policymakers, economists, lenders, and consumers. While some argue that regulating lending rates protects borrowers from excessive charges and promotes financial inclusion, others maintain that interest rate controls distort the credit market, discourage lending, and ultimately reduce access to…