Gachanja Muhoro & Sons Limited v Titus Mwala Nduva [2016] KECA 204 (KLR)
- Court
- Court of Appeal
- Case number
- 204
- Citation
- [2016] KECA 204 (KLR)
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TypeCivil ApplicationPostureApplication for extension of time to file and serve a Notice of AppealCoramP. O. KIAGE
Holding
The application is dismissed with costs.
Facts
The applicant, Gachanja Muhoro & Sons Limited, sought an extension of time to file a Notice of Appeal after the High Court dismissed their first appeal. The applicant claimed they were unable to advise the client and decide whether to appeal due to not having read the judgment.
Issues
- Whether to extend time for filing a Notice of Appeal
- Whether the applicant has an arguable appeal with high chances of success
Reasoning
The judge found the applicant's explanation for the delay unconvincing and dismissed the application as an afterthought. The judge emphasized the need for an explanation for the delay and the lack of merit in the application.
Outcome
Application dismissed with costs
Orders
- Application for extension of time dismissed
Authorities cited
Cases cited (1)
- MWANGI vs. KENYA AIRWAYS LTD [2003]eKLR 486; SILA MUTISO vs. ROSE HELLEN WANGARI MWANGI. Civil Application Nai. 255 of 1998 (unreported)
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