Sophia Salim Gathiaka & another v Mariam Mbuve Abdalla & 9 others [2016] KECA 834 (KLR)
- Court
- Court of Appeal
- Case number
- 834
- Citation
- [2016] KECA 834 (KLR)
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TypeCivil AppealPostureAppeal from a judgment of the High CourtCoramP. M. MWILU, F. AZANGALALA, S. ole KANTAI
Holding
The appeal is dismissed with each party bearing their own costs.
Facts
The appellants and respondents disputed the ownership of property Block B2/4(A&B) in Pumwani, Nairobi. The appellants argued that the deceased had bought the property and registered it as sole proprietor, while the respondents claimed it was a family property of the late Abdalla Nzito Ndambo.
Issues
- Ownership of property Block B2/4(A&B) in Pumwani
- Status of the suit premises
Reasoning
The court found in favor of the respondents, concluding that the deceased held the property in trust for the family of the late Abdalla Nzito Ndambo. The appellants' actions were considered an innocent mistake rather than malice.
Outcome
Appeal dismissed
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