Anti-Bribery & Anti-Corruption
Strategic Legal Advice and Expertise
KK WAWERU Advocates LLP is renowned for providing exceptional strategic advice in anti-bribery and
anti-corruption cases, often resulting in case dismissals or not-guilty verdicts. As regulators globally,
including in Kenya, intensify their investigations and enforcement of anti-bribery and economic crime
laws, it is crucial for businesses to stay compliant with both local and international regulations.
Global and Local Compliance
In today’s integrated global economy, Kenyan companies and directors must understand and comply with
anti-bribery and corruption laws not only in Kenya but also in jurisdictions like the United States and the
United Kingdom, which have stringent enforcement cultures.
Our Expertise
KK WAWERU Advocates LLP has extensive experience in defending complex cases involving fraud, bribery,
corruption, money laundering, tax evasion, falsified accounting, insider trading, abuse of office,
extradition proceedings, and anti-trust and consumer protection-related criminal proceedings. Our team
regularly advises corporations and individuals under investigation in high-profile cases.
Kenyan Legal Framework
The Kenyan Bribery Act 2016, Anti-Corruption and Economic Crimes Act 2003, and the Proceeds of Crime
and Anti-Money Laundering Act govern the conduct of companies and individuals regarding bribery and
related corrupt practices. These laws impose severe penalties, including unlimited fines, confiscation of
unlawfully acquired property, and up to 10 years of imprisonment. Convicted individuals and entities face
bans from doing business with government entities and holding public or private office.
Preventive Measures and Compliance
The Bribery Act requires public and private entities to implement procedures to prevent bribery and
mandates reporting of actual or suspected bribery instances. Failure to comply can result in severe penalties. We assist corporates and individuals in criminal investigations and prosecutions, including
internal investigations and managing relationships with enforcement agencies.
Comprehensive Services
Our services include:
• Drafting and reviewing anti-corruption and anti-bribery policies
• Advising on self-reporting and representing clients in restraint and confiscation proceedings
• Negotiating plea bargains with the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions
• Assisting corporates in recovering assets and conducting commercial litigation and asset tracing
• Enhancing and remediating corporate compliance programs to mitigate bribery and corruption
risks
For corporations victimized by bribery and corruption, we offer a wide range of recovery and litigation
services, along with advice on strengthening compliance programs to prevent future incidents.
Contact Us
For expert advice on anti-bribery and anti-corruption matters, contact KK WAWERU Advocates LLP at
info@kkwaweru.com .