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Service Level Agreement (SLA)

A Service Level Agreement (SLA) defines the standard of service a provider commits to deliver. Covers uptime, response times, penalties, and escalation procedures.

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What this document covers

Service provider and client details
Services covered by the SLA
Uptime or availability commitments
Response and resolution time targets
Exclusions and scheduled maintenance windows
Service credits for breaches
Escalation procedures
Review and reporting obligations
Governing law clause

Frequently Asked Questions

Is a Service Level Agreement (SLA) legally binding in Kenya?
Yes. An SLA is a contract and is fully enforceable under the Law of Contract Act (Cap. 23). Breach of SLA terms — such as failure to meet uptime commitments or response time obligations — can give rise to claims for damages or service credits as specified in the agreement.
What penalties are enforceable in a Kenyan SLA?
Service credits and pre-agreed liquidated damages are enforceable if they represent a genuine pre-estimate of loss and not a disproportionate penalty. Kenyan courts follow common law principles and will not enforce penalty clauses that are extravagant compared to the actual loss suffered.
Is an SLA enforceable in common law countries internationally?
Yes. SLAs are standard commercial agreements enforceable across the UK, Australia, India, Kenya, Nigeria, and other common law jurisdictions. The treatment of penalty vs. liquidated damages clauses varies slightly — the UK still applies the penalty doctrine while some jurisdictions are more permissive.