Nyongesa & 4 others v Egerton University College [1990] KECA 51 (KLR)
- Court
- Court of Appeal
- Case number
- 51
- Citation
- [1990] KECA 51 (KLR)
- Decided
- 17 December 1990
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TypeCivil AppealPostureAppeal from a High Court ruling refusing mandamus applicationCoramJ.M.Gachuhi, J.R.O.Masime
Holding
The proceedings of the disciplinary bodies were in breach of the rules of natural justice and are consequently null, void and of no effect.
Facts
Applicants were students at Egerton University College who sat for a Diploma examination in July 1986. The results were not released, and the applicants were expelled on July 17, 1986. The College claimed the applicants were expelled for misconduct.
Issues
- Did the College follow the rules of natural justice in expelling the applicants?
- Was the refusal of mandamus orders justified?
Reasoning
The Court held that the applicants were not notified of the allegations against them and given a chance to present their case, violating the rules of natural justice.
Outcome
Appeal allowed
Orders
- Orders of mandamus against Egerton University College refused
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