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Change to an existing agreement template (Kenya)

Also called: Deed of Variation / Addendum

What it is for

Amending a contract you have already signed.

The Kenyan law it follows

  • Law of Contract Act Cap 23 — s.3 (contracts that must be in writing and signed, including a disposition of an interest in land, which must also be attested)

Who prepares it

You can prepare this yourself. It is still wise to have an advocate read it before you sign, especially where a lot of money or a long commitment is involved.

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Sample change to an existing agreement

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DEED OF VARIATION THIS DEED OF VARIATION is made on the ______ day of ____________ 20____ BETWEEN Kilimo Fresh Exports Limited of [Party A postal address] AND Coastal Cold Chain Limited of [Party B postal address] (together "the Parties"). 1. Principal Agreement The Parties are parties to the Cold Storage Services Agreement dated 1 March 2025 ("the Principal Agreement"). 2. Variations With effect from 1 November 2026, the Principal Agreement is varied as follows: (a) Clause 4.1 is varied by increasing the monthly fee from KES 450,000 to KES 520,000. (b) Clause 9.2 is varied by extending the termination notice period from 30 days to 90 days. 3. Confirmation Save as varied by this Deed, the Principal Agreement remains in full force and effect and is read together with this Deed. EXECUTION

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