Registration of a Non Deposit taking Microfinance in Kenya

What is a non-deposit taking (credit only) microfinance? A non-deposit taking institution, also known as a credit only entity is an institution that does not take any form of deposit or cash collateral from any person. This type of microfinance institution is not provided for in the Microfinance Act, Kenya and is therefore not regulated…

Special Pass in Kenya

In this article, we will cover how to apply for a Special Pass in Kenya What is a Special Pass in Kenya? A special pass is issued under the Kenyan Citizenship and Immigration Act (Legal Notice no. 64) Regulation 31 (7) states that  “Subject to the provisions of these Regulations on work permits and permanent…

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Link a business in Kenya

Have you linked your business on E-Citizen? If not, please read ahead. Link a business is a requirement by the company registrar where companies align their manual (physical file at the company registrar’s office) file details to their e-citizen (digital) account. The process takes approximately 14 to 21 days excluding holidays and weekends. The linking…

How to register a company in Uganda

PROCEDURE FOR REGISTERING LOCAL COMPANIES IN UGANDA Private Limited Liability Company Make an application for reservation of a name • Upon payment of the required fee, the suggested name, is subjected to a search in the business registry database. • Once the name passes the similarity, defensive, offensive, desirability test then it is reserved. •…