How to Get a Non-Deposit Taking Credit Provider Licence in Kenya (Comprehensive 2025 Guide)
By Meshack Masibo Kenya remains one of the most innovative financial markets globally—from the introduction of M-Pesa in 2007 to the explosive growth of mobile lending platforms such as M-Shwari, KCB M-Pesa, Tala, and hundreds of digital-first credit startups. To enhance consumer protection, improve governance, and create stability in the credit market, the Business Laws…
The Local Content Bill 2025 Explained: What It Means for Foreign Companies in Kenya
By Meshack Masibo & Tracy Mwaniki The Local Content Bill, 2025, recently tabled in Parliament, seeks to regulate and promote the use of Kenyan goods, services, and labour across key economic sectors. By prioritising local sourcing, the Bill aims to ensure that more economic value created in Kenya remains within Kenya, strengthening domestic industries and…
How to get a Crypto Licence in Kenya
Kenya has taken a decisive leap in shaping its digital finance landscape through the Virtual Asset Service Providers Act of 2025. This landmark legislation establishes a comprehensive legal framework for licensing, regulating, and supervising virtual asset service providers (VASPs) across the country. This new law finally delivers the regulatory clarity long awaited by crypto exchanges,…
When Platforms Become Taxpayers: Decoding the Sendy VAT Ruling
The recent decision in Commissioner of Domestic Taxes v Sendy Limited marks a turning point in how Kenya’s Value Added Tax (VAT) laws apply to digital platforms.In this case, the High Court held that Sendy Limited, a logistics technology company, was not merely a facilitator linking customers and drivers, but rather the principal provider of…
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