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Legal & Regulatory Services

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Blended Service

Tarra Agility Africa is a one-stop international firm, with networks and capacity to offer tax, legal and accounting services under one roof.  

This integrated approach ensures we are time efficient and prioritize the client’s needs, navigating the complex tax, legal and financial challenges efficiently and internally, without having to coordinate multiple advisors. 

We provide diverse advisory services to individuals and businesses but not limited to: 

  • Setting up corporate entities locally and in multiple foreign jurisdictions;   
  • Conducting tax health checks; 
  • Advising on mergers and acquisitions;  
  • Financial structuring;  
  • Capital raising; 
  • Accounting support;   
  • External Tax trainings;  
  • Annual FRC Compliance; and 
  • In-house counsel support.  

Mergers and Transaction Support

Tarra Agility Africa provides end-to-end support on mergers and acquisitions, bringing together expertise in legal, tax and accounting advisory in one roof. 

Our legal experts support the entire merger and acquisition process, which includes;  

  • Provide legal opinions on the implication of the existing corporate structure and contractual agreements impact the transaction;  
  • Advising on pre-completion, completion and post-completion obligations of the parties in the share sale transaction;  
  • Drafting and reviewing the definitive transaction documents including but not limited to Share Purchase Agreement, the Non-Disclosure Agreements, Side Letters, Letter of Intents and Satisfaction notices;  
  • Advising on the relevant disclosures, the representations, warranties and covenants by the parties;  
  • Providing tax opinions on the tax implications of the share transfer process as well as licensing and management fees; and 
  • Overseeing the completion of the transaction and post-completion support.   

Offshore Work

We leverage on our diverse networks in incorporating legal entities in foreign jurisdictions for tax optimization, and ease of cross-border transaction.  

Since tax differs across jurisdictions and offshore transactions are not magical silver bullets, we advise on double taxation agreements and strategies for your business relating to; –  

  • Incorporation of holding companies; 
  • IP and Licensing structures; and  
  • Enhanced Due Diligence and Anti-Money Laundering

Trust Advisory

Our team brings together commercially minded legal experts to help you navigate the rigours of trusts, whether in employment, family and estate planning, or in pension and retirement schemes. 

We provide our expert advice on;  

  • Creation of trusts as well as review of trust deeds and rules to ensure legal soundness;  
  • Management of assets and funds under a trust effectively and within legal boundaries;  
  • The administration of the trust in compliance with the legal and regulatory framework;  
  • The duties and powers of trustees as well as the rights of the beneficiaries; 
  • The best approaches for dispute resolution within the trust; and  
  1. Advising on the tax implications and strategies for tax optimization.   

Annual FRC Compliance 

Our legal team provides Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Counter-Terrorist Financing (CTF) compliance solutions tailored to Virtual Asset Service Providers (VASPs) and financial-tier businesses operating in Kenya’s regulated environment.  

We support entities in meeting their statutory obligations under the Proceeds of Crime and Anti-Money Laundering Act (POCAMLA), the Virtual Asset Service Providers Guidelines, and the Financial Reporting Centre (FRC) reporting framework. 

Leveraging a multi-jurisdictional network of compliance partners, regulatory technology providers, and sector specialists, we deliver a unified compliance architecture that strengthens governance, reporting, and operational integrity for businesses handling digital assets, client funds, or other financial reserves. 

Our FRC Compliance Offering

We assist clients in implementing and maintaining an annual AML/CTF compliance framework in accordance with FRC requirements, including: 

  • Annual Independent AML Audit: 
    Conducting risk-based assessments covering customer onboarding, beneficial ownership verification, sanctions screening, suspicious transaction reporting, internal controls, and governance structures. 
     
  • Enterprise-Wide AML Risk Assessment (EWRA): 
    Developing and updating AML/CTF risk profiles tailored to virtual asset products, custodial reserves, and transaction volumes. 
      
  • FRC Registration & Ongoing Reporting: 
    Supporting initial registration, filing of STRs/CTRs, periodic returns, and documentation updates. 
      
  • Internal Policies, KYC Frameworks & Transaction Monitoring Tools: 
    Drafting robust AML policies aligned with FATF Recommendations and integrating API-based transaction monitoring for blockchain and fiat environments. 
      
  • Annual & Quarterly Training: 
    Facilitating staff certifications on AML/CTF, virtual asset risk typologies, and FRC reporting thresholds. 
      
  • Board & Senior Management Advisory: 
    Providing strategic input to governance teams on risk appetite, compliance budgeting, incident reporting, and licensing considerations. 

Structuring Work for Market Expansion

At Tarra Agility Africa, we combine legal, tax and accounting expertise to help you expand with confidence. We provide support to businesses to select the right structure to operate smoothly and stay compliant. 

Our legal team leverages on its networks in Africa and overseas jurisdictions to help individuals and businesses;  

  • Set up entities in Kenya and foreign jurisdictions;  
  • Raise Capital as well secure funding from investors through equity and debt financing;  
  • Satisfy the legal requirements for incorporation of corporate entities locally, abroad and overseas;  
  • Review of the relevant documents including shareholder agreements, articles of association, director and employee contracts;  
  • Navigate the immigration processes for non-citizen professionals working in Kenya such as work permits;  
  • Comply with corporate governance requirements on the governance structure of incorporated entities;  
  • Advise on the tax implications and best practices to minimize risk exposure and capitalize on the market opportunities. 

 

On the tax side, we advise on types of taxes to register, how to reduce tax exposure, avoid double taxation, manage transfer pricing, and make sure profits can be moved efficiently between countries. 

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Business setup and market entry advisory

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Licensing and regulatory approvals support

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Regulatory feasibility and benchmarking studies

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Employment law support

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Re-structuring portfolios

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Property acquisitions

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Registration of land related documents; leases, transfers, licences

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Surveyor work; due diligence reports, survey plans, planning briefs, beacon placement

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Development approvals; amalgamation, change of user, subdivision, conversion of titles

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Structuring developments; JV agreements, share purchase agreements, shareholder Agreements, subscription agreements.

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End to end development sale process delivery: preparation of agreement for sale, negotiation of agreement for sale, preparation, and registration of leases

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Preparation of template development documents: reservation forms, letter of o er, agreement for sale, leases, charges, tenancy agreements, commercial leases (long term and short term

Autobiography

Autobiography by Tarra Agility is a bespoke private client offering targeted at High Net Worth Individuals, Entrepreneurs and Captains of Industry.  

It is a deliberate effort to assist our clients consolidate their businesses and interests which could be in different sectors of the economy and also diversify their investment footprint, by securing the next generation.  

This consolidation is achieved through ensuring corporate governance through family constitutions, drawing wills and trusts, optimizing asset transfers for tax and exploring wealth creation options that are offshore.

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Expert guidance and legal counsel

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Delivering personalized, top-tier support across various facets of the immigration process

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A tailored approach to their immigration needs due to their unique circumstances and the complexities associated with global mobility

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Acomprehensive suite of specialized services to facilitate the complex process of immigration, ensuring a smooth and hassle-free transition to a new country

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