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Section 6 of the Evidence Act in Kenya deals with facts that are part of the same transaction, also known as res gestae. These facts are automatically or naturally part of the transaction and are relevant because of their connection to the main transaction,

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Kadhi's Courts are responsible for hearing cases related to Muslim law, including marriage, divorce, inheritance, and personal status. The jurisdiction of these courts is limited to cases where all parties involved are Muslim and agree to be subject to the court's jurisdiction.

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Copyright is a form of intellectual property that gives authors (creators of the works) exclusive rights to deal with the works in whatever manner permissible under the law.

The copyright act, 2001 established the Kenya Copyright Board. The act also highlights the protection of copyright and related rights, infringement and enforcement, exceptions and works in public domain, collective management of copyright and administrative issues.

Garnishee Proceedings is the process by which a decree holder is enabled to attach the money of a judgment debtor which is in the hands of a third person (who is called a garnishee). It is anchored by Section 44 of the Civil Procedure Act which allows property of the judgement debtor held in the name of another but on his behalf to be liable for attachment. Listen in as we discuss the prerequisites, procedure, and Other rules under Order 23

The Civil Procedure Act in Kenya covers the procedures for death and bankruptcy of parties in a civil suit. If a party dies, the suit does not abate if the right to sue survives. Order 24 of the Civil Procedure Rules, 2010, outlines the procedure to follow if a party dies.

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Transparency, participation and accountability (TPA) are core elements in a democracy. The three are foundational principles that uphold a democratic system’s efficacy and growth. If you were to consider democracy as a cappuccino, then TPA would be the espresso, milk and water that make the brew.

Chapter Six of the Constitution on Integrity and Leadership is regarded as a consolidation of the efforts that went into that struggle. The Constituition creates the category of states officers and makes special requirements of them to embody the spirit and values of the new Constitution and conduct themselves with integrity.

Join Wanjiku Mwangi and Mwadziwe ad they discuss about Devolution In Kenya and what the 2010 Constitution of Kenya says about balance of power by devolving power and responsibilities from the national government to 47 elected county governments.

Join in as we discuss Order, Execution, Enforcement and Appeals in Small Claims Court.

Join Wanjiku Mwangi and Bernard Oombo as they discuss on Small Claims Proceeding.

Join Wanjiku Mwangi and Bernard Oombo as they discuss the underpinning logic behind the establishment and operationalization of the Small Claims Courts in enhancing the access to and expeditious delivery of justice and to further provide a platform within the justice system where civil and commercial disputes whose value does not exceed Kshs 1 million are dealt with in a simple, efficient and cost-efficient manner.

Access to justice has been one of our country’s challenges. In combating this, Small Claims Court was established with the main objective of guaranteeing the right to access justice as envisioned under Article 48 of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010. Join Wanjiku Mwangi and Bernard Oombo as they discuss more.

In Kenya, the Sports Disputes Tribunal resolves sport-related disputes. It is established under the Sports Act. The Tribunal’s jurisdiction includes: – listening to disputes or appeals from the registrar’s decisions, listening to disputes regarding national team selection and listening to any other matter that parties agree to take before it and agree to let it dispense with. In addition to this, the Tribunal listens to and dispenses with anti-doping cases.

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The Sports Registrar is an office within the Public Service. The Sports Registrar is responsible for the registration and regulation of sports organizations and multi-sports bodies representing sports organizations at the national level, the Sports Registrar is also responsible for matters relating to the licensing of professional sports and professional sports persons among other things.

Join Chris Omondi Onyango and Wanjiku Mwangi as we discuss how one can register a sports club in Kenya.

Sports has evolved over the years from just being conducted for entertainment and recreation purposes to being more commercial in nature and with this evolution there has arisen a need for putting in place dispute resolution mechanisms that will resolve sports disputes.

We understand the importance of resolving sports disputes and Join us as we discuss Sports Law based on various legislations, policies relating to sports, international conventions and treaties.

Tips on what to do with your LLB Degree if you are not planning to go to KSL!

Insights on whether to choose online or physical classes in Kenya School of Law.

Tips on how to ensure you pass your orals/projects in Kenya School of Law.

Tips on how to survive Kenya School of Law.

An Introduction to the Kenya School of Law.

The Consumer Protection function entails: assessment of the needs and wants of customers in the Aviation Industry and providing a forum for redress against unfair competition. 

Join Host Wanjiku Mwangi and Kennedy Mwirotsi as they discuss how The Aviation Consumer Protection Section of the Kenya Civil Aviation Authority ensures compliance ; that the quality of services provided meet consumer expectations; enforcement of policies, rules, regulations and procedures relating to the rights of consumers.

Aviation liability in Kenya is governed by the Civil Aviation Act and the Carriage by Air Act, 1993, which give effect to the international aviation liability regime under the Warsaw Convention in Kenya. 

Join Wanjiku Mwangi and Kennedy Mwirotsi as they discuss accidents and liabilities in the aviation sector.

The aviation industry is key both at the national and international level. The industry is a major contributor to economic development and global trade. Aviation law is one of the most complex branches of law. 

Join Wanjiku Mwangi and Kennedy Mwirotsi as they enlighten you more on the aviation industry.

Learn about land surveyors board, land surveying process and steps to follow when buying land in Kenya.

It is a legal requirement that all construction projects must undergo a permitting process before they start getting built. If you are planning to build, I will advise you to first get the relevant approvals before you start any work on site.

Join Wanjiku Mwangi as she talks with Ashley Mbogo about the mandatory approvals and requirements needed in Kenya to have the perfect building that fits your lifestyle.

Building codes exist to protect our homes from natural disasters, electrical fires, and health and safety risks. 

Join Wanjiku Mwangi as she talks with Ashley Mbogo about Kenyan Building Code and the laws around it. 

Advocate Nelly Kiragu shares tips for law students that will help shape a good career path in law.

What is the difference between a Judgment, Order and Decree? To answer all of these questions Gest Diana Aruka has listed out the essentials of each of the terms with the key differences between Judgement, Decree and Order under CPC.

Construction laws and regulations that govern the construction sector.

Civil Procedure Rules: Amendment of Pleadings  Parties are bound by their pleadings, and they are not allowed to raise any points which are not stated in their pleadings.   

Therefore, the parties are allowed to amend their pleadings, to prevent miscarriage of justice:- 

 (a) Before close of pleadings (as of right); and 

(b) After close of pleadings (with the leave of court).

Learn how to Draft a plaint for  civil cases, by following the civil procedure rules. Drafting skills is one of the most important parameters if a person wants to pursue a career  in the Legal field .

 Host Wanjiku Mwangi talks with Mrs. Maryann Mwangi on what the law says about special needs children accessing education and Institutions that equips teachers on how to deal with special needs children.

Article 54 of the Kenyan Constitution particularly targets persons with disabilities and provides that persons with disability have a right to access educational institutions and facilities that are integrated into society to the extent compatible with their interests and needs.

Wanjiku Mwangi and Miss Aruka talk about the history of the women's suffrage movement and its relevance for gender equality today in politics and leadership.

Our election laws are clear, comprehensive and transparent. They ensure that no element of the electoral process disadvantages both men and women either directly or indirectly. It is important to ensure conformity between the election law and any other national laws on non-discrimination and the equality.

"Young people have every right to be active participants in civic and public life and it is time to ensure they no longer face arbitrary barriers to run for public office."

In Kenya there are significant polices on refugee economic inclusion, integration, refugee status determination, and the ability for refugees to contribute to Kenya's national and local economy.

Join Wanjiku Mwangi as she discusses mental health issues among lawyers and why it needs to be an essential consideration for the legal professionals and everyone else with guests: Maureen Kithunka and Cynthia Nyaboke.

Police officials are entrusted with the power to arrest a person without having obtained a warrant of arrest from a judicial  officer. It is necessary for the police to have this far-reaching power as the requirements of their work (e.g. to stop a  person from committing a crime) necessitate that. However, the deprivation of liberty is a serious intervention in a person’s life and the authority to arrest without a warrant must therefore be used in a lawful manner and not to intimidate,  scare or punish people.

Host Wanjiku Mwangi and Co host Wycliff Owino discuss the power to arrest a person without a warrant as afforded to police officials by the Criminal Procedure Code of Kenya and the  National Police Services Act.

Being arrested by the Kenya Police can be brutal and sometimes it can lead to death. In this episode we get to listen to such an experience with the Kenyan police.