Arnold Mutisya

Oct 1, 2024 | bowmanslaw.com | HB Senekal |Xolani Nyali |Christina Nduba-Banja |Arnold Mutisya

The ECOWAS Regional Competition Authority (ERCA) is taking its final steps towards becoming fully operational, marking a new era of competition law enforcement in the ECOWAS region. The ERCA recently published copies of legal instruments relating to competition law enforcement in the ECOWAS Community. Among these are laws pertaining to merger control.

Sep 27, 2024 | bowmanslaw.com | Christina Nduba-Banja |Arnold Mutisya |Aisha Ahmed |HB Senekal

Uganda’s recent enactment of the Competition Act, 2024 (Act 5 of 2023) (Competition Act) marks a significant shift in its regulatory landscape. The law, introduced to promote fair competition, prevent monopolistic practices, and protect consumers, represents a step towards aligning Uganda with regional and international best practices in market regulation.

Sep 26, 2024 | lexology.com | Christina Nduba-Banja |Arnold Mutisya |Aisha Ahmed

OverviewThe Ministry of Health continues to operationalise the Social Health Insurance Act, No. 16 of 2023 (the SHIA) and has established the Social Heath Authority (SHA). The Social Health Insurance Fund (SHIF) is scheduled to come into operation by 1 October 2024. The Ministry of Health continues to operationalise the Social Health Insurance Act, No. 16 of 2023 (the SHIA) and has established the Social Heath Authority (SHA).

Jun 29, 2023 | bowmanslaw.com | Vruti Shah |Arnold Mutisya

Family trusts in Kenya have gained recognition and importance with the implementation of the Trustees (Perpetual Succession) (Amendment) Act, 2021. This amendment, effective from 23 December 2021, introduced new categories of trusts, including family trusts. Family trusts are established by individuals, either alone or jointly with others, to plan and manage their estate. These trusts can be either living trusts or testamentary trusts and may have charitable or non-charitable aspects.