Otwal & Partners LLP

06/10/2026

Our clients are at the heart of everything we do.
This Customer Service Week, we celebrate the trust, confidence and relationships that make our work meaningful. Every conversation, every question and every matter entrusted to us reminds us of the responsibility that comes with serving our clients.
Thank you for choosing Otwal & Partners LLP. We remain committed to listening, responding and delivering with the care and professionalism you deserve.
Happy Customer Service Week 2026.

05/10/2026

When a family disagrees over an estate, who gets what?
Stephen Rono died in 1988 without a will, leaving two widows and nine children. The High Court gave his sons larger shares of his land than his daughters, partly on the reasoning that daughters could marry.
The Court of Appeal overturned that decision, holding that the Law of Succession Act, not customary law, governed the estate and that daughters could not be disadvantaged because of their s*x.
Today, this principle is firmly backed by the Constitution of Kenya, 2010.
Read our full guide to contested estates in Kenya: https://otwalpartners.ke/contested-estates-kenya/

01/10/2026

Hello October.
A new month often feels like a fresh start, but sometimes what we really need isn’t a complete reset. It’s simply greater focus.
Focus on the decisions that matter.
Focus on protecting what we’ve built.
Focus on taking intentional steps toward the future we envision.
As we step into October, may we make thoughtful decisions, embrace new opportunities and keep moving forward with purpose.
Here’s to a month of clarity, progress and meaningful growth.

29/09/2026

Can you refuse a job transfer in Kenya?

What does the law say when an employee is transferred to a different location, role or workplace and they don’t agree?

We’ve broken it down in our latest article. And there’s something new: You can now listen to our articles instead of reading them. 🎧

Visit our website, press play and get the legal insight on the go.

👉 https://otwalpartners.ke/refuse-job-transfer-kenya/

28/09/2026

Affordable Housing Levy: What does the latest Court of Appeal decision mean for you?

On 25 September 2026, the Court of Appeal delivered its judgment in the consolidated appeals challenging the Affordable Housing Act, 2024 and the Affordable Housing Levy.

The Court dismissed 42 consolidated appeals and upheld the Affordable Housing Act and the statutory framework supporting the Levy.

Under the current framework, an employee contributes 1.5% of gross salary, with the employer making a matching 1.5% contribution.

For employees and employers alike, the ruling has practical implications for payroll deductions, statutory obligations and compliance.

Our latest Legal Watch takes a closer look at the decision and what it means in practice.

24/09/2026

Random loan offers. Betting SMS. A stranger calling you by name. Sounds familiar? 📱
In May 2026, the High Court held Safaricom liable after subscribers' personal data was taken from its systems by insiders.
The message is clear: if an organisation collects your data, it has a constitutional duty to protect it.
That includes your bank, your telco, your SACCO, your landlord and the apps on your phone.
Under the Data Protection Act, 2019, you have the right to ask what data is held about you and how it is used.
Has your number ever ended up where it shouldn't? Tell us in the comments 👇

22/09/2026

Meet Kevin Koech, an Associate at OTWAL & PARTNERS LLP

With experience spanning dispute resolution, commercial law, conveyancing, family law and succession, Koech brings a calm and analytical approach to his practice.

His work involves legal research, drafting, case preparation and client advisory, with a focus on practical solutions and sound legal judgment.

We are pleased to have Koech as part of the Otwal & Partners team.

21/09/2026

Missing a court deadline can feel like the end of the road but Kenyan courts don't always see it that way.
A recent Court of Appeal ruling looked at whether a litigant who filed her appeal late should be allowed extra time, weighing her explanation for the delay against the evidence before the court.
The outcome offers useful insight into how "sufficient cause" is actually assessed in practice. We've broken down the ruling and what it means for anyone navigating litigation timelines — read the full article via the link.

11/09/2026

09/09/2026

A title certificate is not proof of ownership.

Kenya's courts have made this clear: a title is only prima facie evidence — not conclusive proof.

For agribusiness clients acquiring and leasing land for their operations, that gap is where real risk hides. We close it with root-of-title checks, encumbrance searches, and leases built to protect the growth you're planning for.

CASE LAW
Dina Management Limited v County Government of Mombasa & 5 Others, Petition No. 8 (E010) of 2021
Supreme Court of Kenya due diligence beyond the title is essential

Land acquisition · Lease structuring · Title due diligence
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