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In Episode 2 of Court Helicopter Explainer, we focus on where to resolve rent disputes in Kenya. Tenants should not go directly to the courts but instead approach specialized tribunals. Residential tenants paying less than 2,500 Kenya Shillings per month fall under the Rent Restriction Tribunal (CAP 296), which protects controlled tenancies by regulating rent increases and preventing unfair eviction. Landlords must seek tribunal approval for any rent adjustments, and eviction without a hearing is considered unlawful. Commercial tenants, including shops, offices, and small businesses, are covered under the Business Premises Rent Tribunal (CAP 301), which protects tenants without written agreements and resolves disputes before eviction occurs, as tribunals lose jurisdiction once a tenant has been removed.

Tenancy agreements, particularly commercial leases, fall under the law of contract (CAP 23), and tenants must carefully read all terms before signing, as courts generally enforce contracts as written. Clauses on termination, renovations, or refundable goodwill can have significant financial implications, and disputes are only addressed by the courts in cases of duress, coercion, or fraud. Consulting a lawyer before signing any lease is essential to avoid costly obligations, and tenants are advised to act quickly and approach tribunals at the first sign of a dispute to protect their rights.