CR4: Company Registration

Formalizing Your Business Structure with CR5 & CR6

🧾 What Is CR4 For?

CR4 refers to the Company Registration Process, which includes submitting CR5 (Statement of Share Capital) and CR6 (Declaration of Compliance). These documents formalize your company’s legal existence, define its ownership structure, and confirm that all statutory requirements have been met.

Think of CR4 as laying the foundation stone, your business now moves from concept to legal entity.

📄 Key Components

CR5 – Statement of Share Capital

✅ Declares the company’s authorized share capital

✅ Specifies the number and value of shares issued

✅ Identifies shareholders and their respective holdings

✅ Enables equity planning and investor engagement

CR6 – Declaration of Compliance

✅ Confirms that all legal steps have been followed

✅ Must be signed by a director or legal representative

✅ Acts as a statutory affirmation of lawful incorporation

👥 Who Needs CR4?

✅ Entrepreneurs ready to launch a formal business ✅ SMEs seeking legal recognition and operational legitimacy ✅ Civil engineering firms bidding for government contracts ✅ Educational institutions or consultancies scaling operations ✅ Any entity aiming to open bank accounts, sign contracts, or hire staff

📅 When & How to Use It

✅ When: After CR2 (Name Reservation) and before commencing operations ✅ How:

• Complete CR5 with accurate shareholding details
• Prepare CR6 with legal affirmation
• Submit both forms to the Companies Registry
• Receive your Certificate of Incorporation upon approval

💡 Tips for Founders & Visionaries

✅ Structure your shareholding to reflect roles, contributions, and future growth

✅ Include trusted advisors or strategic partners early on

✅ Use CR5 to prepare for future investment rounds or equity-based incentives

✅ Ensure CR6 is signed by someone with legal authority and full understanding of compliance

🧠 Strategic Insight

Company registration is not just a legal formality, it’s a strategic milestone. It enables you to:

✅ Build institutional credibility

✅ Access funding, partnerships, and procurement opportunities

✅ Protect your intellectual property and brand assets

✅ Signal readiness for impact, scale, and legacy-building

“Incorporation is the moment your vision earns its legal voice. Structure it wisely, and it will speak for generations.” – Dr. K. Vere

🔜 Coming Up Next:

CR5 & CR6 Deep Dive – Share Capital & Compliance We’ll unpack how to structure equity, assign roles, and ensure your company meets all statutory obligations.

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