Legal Trends from 2025 Shaping the New Year, 2026

Kenya’s 2025 legal and policy landscape saw transformative developments across real estate, finance, taxation, trade, and innovation. Landmark court rulings intensified scrutiny on land titles, reshaping securitization and investor confidence. Anti-money laundering reforms expanded oversight to professionals, PBOs, and virtual asset providers, while new tax laws aligned with global BEPS standards to capture revenue from multinationals and digital platforms. Green finance surged with the rollout of the Green Finance Taxonomy and fiscal incentives, positioning Kenya as a hub for sustainable investment. At the same time, the launch of the National AI Strategy and stricter cybersecurity laws marked a bold step in regulating innovation. Regionally, trade dynamics shifted with AfCFTA implementation, EAC integration, and the looming expiry of AGOA, underscoring the need for businesses to adapt to evolving compliance, digital readiness, and market access frameworks.

Read here: 2026 Legal Forecast