Law of Succession Act
37. Powers of spouse during life interest
37. Powers of spouse during life interest
A surviving spouse entitled to a life interest under the provisions of section 35 or 36, with the consent of all co-trustees and all children of full age, or with the consent of the court, may, during the period of the life interest, sell any of the property subject to that interest if it is necessary for his own maintenance:Provided that, in the case of immovable property, the exercise of that power shall always be subject to the consent of the court.[Act No. 8 of 1976, s. 9.]Source: Kenya Law