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Guarantee template (Kenya)

Also called: Guarantee & Indemnity

What it is for

Someone promises to pay if the borrower does not.

The Kenyan law it follows

  • Law of Contract Act Cap 23 — s.3(1) (no suit on a promise to answer for the debt or default of another unless the agreement, or a note of it, is in writing and signed by the party to be charged)

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 guarantee

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GUARANTEE THIS GUARANTEE is given on the ______ day of ____________ 20____ by MARGARET ACHIENG ODHIAMBO ("the Guarantor") to Harambee Credit Bank Limited ("the Beneficiary") in respect of the obligations of Odhiambo Fresh Produce Limited ("the Principal Debtor"). 1. The obligation This instrument covers all present and future sums due under the overdraft facility letter dated 2 September 2026, including further advances ("the Guaranteed Obligation"). 2. Guarantee This is a guarantee (secondary obligation). The Guarantor guarantees to the Beneficiary that the Principal Debtor will pay and perform the Guaranteed Obligation. If the Principal Debtor does not pay a sum when it is due, the Guarantor will pay it on the Beneficiary's written demand. 3. Continuing security

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This is a sample for general information. It is not legal advice and may not suit your situation. Laws change, and a document has to fit your own facts; have an advocate check it before you rely on it.