Investor Permit in Kenya

Investor Permit in Kenya

Investor Permit in Kenya (Class G Work Permit) An investor in Kenya is required to register with the Kenya Investment Authority (Keninvest). Upon registration, the investor obtains an Investment Certificate. With this certificate, the investor benefits from the initial issuance of any additional licenses required for their operations except for health, security, and environmental certificates…

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How to obtain a Digital Credit Provider Licence in Kenya

How to obtain a Digital Credit Provider Licence in Kenya To operate as a Digital Credit Provider in Kenya, entities must apply for a DCP license from the CBK. This license confirms compliance with regulatory and statutory requirements. Key factors the CBK evaluates during the application process include: Applicant’s history Management’s professional and moral suitability…

How to become a Payment Service Provider in Kenya

How to become a Payment Service Provider in Kenya

With cash no longer king, Kenya’s traditional banking model has undergone an unprecedented transformation. There is a heightened acceptance of internet-ready payment platforms that are faster, hassle-free, and efficient. Payment service providers have developed to satisfy the growing appetite for solutions such as contactless payment. A payment service provider is a person, company, or organization…

Resignation and Removal of a director in Kenya

Resignation and Removal of a Director in Kenya In Kenya, a company director can cease holding office through various means. These include voluntary resignation, removal at an Annual General Meeting (AGM), removal by special notice, or death. This article provides an in-depth look at the processes involved, the documents required, and the legal framework that…

Board Committees

Board Committees

The Board shall establish and appoint chairpersons to relevant committees and delegate specific mandates to such committees as may be necessary including internal audit, risk management, remuneration, Board nominations, finance, investments, and governance. However, the Board shall remain accountable for the acts or omissions of such committees. The Board shall also ensure that the committees…