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June 20, 2026
Electrical technicians in Kenya must be individually licensed by EPRA to perform electrical installation and maintenance work. The Electrical Technician Licence authorizes qualified individuals to undertake electrical work under the...
June 20, 2026
The Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Licence authorizes businesses and individuals to engage in various aspects of the solar energy sector, including design, distribution, installation, manufacture, and import of solar PV systems...
June 20, 2026
The Energy Audit Firm Licence authorizes businesses to conduct professional energy audits and provide energy efficiency services in Kenya. This licence, issued by EPRA, supports the national energy efficiency program...
June 20, 2026
The Developer Operator Licence authorizes businesses to develop and operate energy infrastructure projects in Kenya. This licence, issued by EPRA, is typically required for independent power producers, mini-grid operators, and...
June 20, 2026
The transportation of Jet A-1 aviation fuel in Kenya is regulated by the Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA), which ensures that this specialized petroleum product is moved safely and...
June 20, 2026
The transportation of Jet A-1 aviation fuel in Kenya is regulated by the Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA), which ensures that this specialized petroleum product is moved safely and...
June 20, 2026
A Telecommunications Contractor Licence, issued by the Communications Authority of Kenya (CA), authorises a company or individual to install, maintain, or repair telecommunications terminal equipment and infrastructure on a commercial...
June 20, 2026
An International Gateway Systems and Services Licence permits an operator to carry international voice and data traffic into and out of Kenya — essentially the gateway connecting Kenya's domestic networks...
June 20, 2026
Television and radio broadcasting in Kenya is licensed by the Communications Authority of Kenya (CA) under its Broadcasting Services Market Structure, effective 1st July 2018. Fees vary significantly depending on...
June 20, 2026
A Commercial Broadcasting Licence is issued by the Communications Authority of Kenya (CA) to TV and radio stations that operate on a for-profit basis, distinct from public service or community...
June 20, 2026
Anyone wishing to transmit using radio frequencies in Kenya — from broadcasters to mobile operators to individual radio enthusiasts — requires a Frequency Spectrum Licence from the Communications Authority of...
June 20, 2026
A Satellite Earth Station Licence authorises the operation of ground-based satellite communication equipment — such as VSAT terminals and satellite gateway dishes — in Kenya. It is issued by the...
June 20, 2026
A Securities Exchange Operator Licence allows an entity to establish and run a marketplace for trading securities in Kenya — the role currently held by the Nairobi Securities Exchange (NSE)....
June 20, 2026
Postal and courier services in Kenya are regulated by the Communications Authority of Kenya (CA), which ensures efficient, reliable, and affordable postal services across the country. Businesses operating in this...
June 20, 2026
The transportation of petroleum products in Kenya, excluding Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG), is regulated by the Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA). This licence is required for businesses engaged in...
June 20, 2026
The storage of crude oil in Kenya is a critical component of the petroleum supply chain, regulated by EPRA to ensure safe and secure handling of this strategic resource. Businesses...
June 20, 2026
Railway transportation of petroleum products in Kenya is a specialized category regulated by EPRA, designed for businesses moving bulk petroleum via rail networks. This licence ensures that rail transport of...
June 20, 2026
The Bunkering of Petroleum Products Licence (excluding LPG) authorizes businesses to supply fuel to ships and vessels at Kenyan ports. This licence, issued by EPRA, is essential for supporting the...
June 20, 2026
The import, export, and wholesale of petroleum products (excluding LPG) represents the upper tier of Kenya's petroleum supply chain. This licence, issued by EPRA, authorizes businesses to engage in large-scale...
June 20, 2026
The Export and Wholesale of Petroleum Products (except LPG) licence is a specialized category for businesses focused on exporting petroleum products and supplying the wholesale market, without engaging in import...
June 20, 2026
The Retail of Petroleum Products Licence (excluding LPG) is the most common petroleum licence in Kenya, authorizing businesses to operate petrol stations and sell fuel products directly to consumers. This...
June 20, 2026
Bitumen, a crucial material for road construction and infrastructure development, is regulated as a petroleum product in Kenya. The Import, Export and Wholesale of Bitumen Licence, issued by EPRA, authorizes...
June 20, 2026
The Fuel Oil Wholesale Licence authorizes businesses to engage in the bulk distribution and supply of fuel oils, including heavy fuel oil, marine fuel oil, and industrial fuel oils. This...
June 20, 2026
The Citizens Band (CB) Radio service in Kenya is regulated by the Communications Authority of Kenya (CA), the government body mandated to manage the radio frequency spectrum and ensure orderly...
June 20, 2026
Type Approval is the process by which the Communications Authority of Kenya (CA) certifies that a piece of communications or ICT equipment meets Kenya's technical standards before it can be...
June 20, 2026
An Amateur Radio Station Licence permits hobbyists in Kenya to install and operate amateur ("ham") radio equipment for non-commercial, experimental, and emergency-communication purposes. It is issued by the Communications Authority...
June 20, 2026
The retail of Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) in cylinders in Kenya is regulated by the Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA), the government body mandated to oversee the petroleum sector....
June 20, 2026
An Investment Adviser Licence in Kenya is issued by the Capital Markets Authority (CMA) under Section 23(1) of the Capital Markets Act. It permits a person or firm to advise...
June 20, 2026
Every aviation career in Kenya, whether it leads to a Private Pilot's Licence (PPL), a Commercial Pilot's Licence (CPL), or an Airline Transport Pilot's Licence (ATPL), begins with one document:...
June 20, 2026
Kenya's asset management industry runs on regulatory trust, and that trust starts with a single document: the fund manager licence. Issued by the Capital Markets Authority (CMA), this licence is...
June 20, 2026
Obtaining an investment bank licence is one of the most significant financial and regulatory undertakings in the financial services sector. Investment banks play a critical role in capital markets by...
June 12, 2026
The Trading Licence is a county-issued permit that authorises a business to engage in the buying and selling of goods or services within a specific county jurisdiction. It is distinct...

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