KO Insights Podcast is a thought-leadership platform that explores key legal and regulatory developments shaping today’s business and innovation landscape. Through engaging conversations and expert perspectives, the podcast unpacks practical insights from across our core practice areas, including Projects in Energy and Infrastructure, Telecommunications and Intellectual Property, and Corporate and Commercial Law. Each episode breaks down complex legal issues, emerging trends, and real-world case studies to help businesses, professionals, and innovators navigate the evolving legal environment.
Season 1 Episode 6: ESG, Value Creation and Accountability in African Markets
What if ESG is about creating value, building trust, and driving corporate accountability in African markets—not just ticking compliance boxes?In this episode of the KO Insights Podcast, we dive into how organizations can move past paper commitments to embed truly sustainable practices into their core operations. Tune in as we unpack the role of ESG in shaping responsible leadership, managing risks, and driving long-term growth across Africa.
11 Sept 2026
Season 1 Episode 5: De-escalate and De-couple; Effective Dispute Resolution Strategies
Disputes are inevitable, but escalation doesn’t have to be. In this episode of the KO Insights Podcast, we explore practical strategies for managing disputes effectively, de-escalating conflict, and finding constructive pathways toward resolution. From negotiation and mediation to knowing when and how to separate parties or issues, we discuss approaches that can help preserve relationships while achieving meaningful outcomes. Tune in as we unpack how effective dispute resolution can turn conflict into an opportunity for resolution, collaboration and progress.
29 Jun 2026
Season 1 Episode 4: Navigating Risk in Tax Compliance
Tax compliance is no longer just an accounting issue. It is now a critical business risk. In this episode of the KO Insights Podcast, we sit down with Jim Omollo, Head of Accounting Services at Sofia Platforms and Keldine LLP, to discuss how Kenya's evolving tax landscape is reshaping the way businesses manage risk, suppliers, contracts, and financial reporting.We unpack the growing impact of eTIMS, the practical challenges businesses face when dealing with non-compliant suppliers, and what the latest tax developments mean for companies seeking to remain compliant while protecting profitability.Whether you're a business owner, finance professional, entrepreneur, tax practitioner, or corporate leader, this episode provides practical insights to help you navigate Kenya's changing tax environment with confidence.
Recent decisions of the Tax Appeals Tribunal continue to shape the tax compliance landscape in Kenya. In this video, we examine key Tribunal rulings and unpack their practical implications for taxpayers, businesses, and tax practitioners. We discuss emerging trends on tax assessments, evidentiary requirements, objection procedures, VAT compliance, record-keeping obligations, and dispute resolution strategies. Join us as we highlight the lessons every taxpayer should take note of to strengthen compliance and mitigate tax risks.
8 Jun 2026
Webinar Episode 1, 2026: Due Diligence on Land as a Collateral
Recent court decisions have departed from the norm of a Title Deed being conclusive proof of ownership to now requiring an examination into the 'Root of Title' and previous dealings before passing or acquiring a legal interest.
Join KO Associates as we examine the consequences of this shift for institutions that take titles as collateral.
8 Jun 2026
Season 1 Episode 3: From Compliance to Control: Risk, Fraud & Data Governance
This episode, we explore the evolving world of Governance, Risk and Compliance and the critical role it plays in today's rapidly changing business environment.As organisations face increasing regulatory demands, technological disruption and heightened stakeholder expectations, governance, risk and compliance can no longer operate as standalone functions. They have become essential drivers of strategic decision-making, resilience and sustainable growth.In this conversation, we examine how GRC is being applied in practice, the challenges organizations are navigating, and the opportunities that arise when governance, risk and compliance are embedded into the core of business strategy. Join KO Associates as we unpack the evolving expectations shaping organizations and discuss how effective GRC frameworks can create long-term value in an increasingly complex world.
20 May 2026
Season 1 Episode 2: Copyright Wars: Ownership, Royalties & the Future of Creative Rights
Who really owns creativity in today’s digital world and who gets paid for it? In this episode of the KO Insights Podcast, Daniel Mutembei hosts an engaging and timely conversation with Analo Kanga (Intellectual Property Lawyer & Jazz Artist) and Jentrix Wanyama on the evolving landscape of copyright, creative ownership and the future of rights protection.The discussion explores key issues affecting creatives today, including music ownership, royalties, monetization, protection of creative works in the digital age and the importance of understanding the legal and commercial value attached to creative output.As Africa’s creative economy continues to grow, conversations like this are critical in empowering artists, creators and industry stakeholders to better understand, protect and leverage their rights.Tune in to the episode and join the conversation.
24 Apr 2026
Season 1 Episode 1: Data Protection Enforcement & Future Trends
Are you curious about data protection practice in Kenya? Are you a business owner keen to understand data protection compliance? In this episode, Jentrix Wanyama, Principal Associate at KO Associates (TMT & IP) sits with Winnie Ngige the Global Data Protection Officer at Blue Ventures Conservation and Daniel Mutembei Associate Associate at KO Associates (TMT & IP) to explore data protection enforcement and developments in Kenya's regulatory space from a practitioner's view. Tune in to learn about the data protection enforcement landscape, the role of the Office of the Data Protection Commissioner (ODPC), and insights on building a career in the space.
24 Apr 2026
Welcome to KO Insights Podcast
Today, we launch the KO Insights Podcast, a platform where we unpack the legal and business issues shaping Kenya and the wider region. From complex transactions to emerging policy trends, this is where we break things down with clarity and perspective.Our goal is simple: To make legal and commercial insights more accessible, more practical and more relevant to the decisions businesses and institutions are making every day. We’re kicking things off with an introduction by our Partner, Brian Odongo, sharing what KO Insights is about and what you can expect from the series.
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