Golicha Gange Omar v Attorney General & 3 others [2018] KECA 821 (KLR)
- Court
- Court of Appeal
- Case number
- 821
- Citation
- [2018] KECA 821 (KLR)
The court allowed the application and directed the applicant to file and serve his intended appeal within 25 days from the date of this ruling.
Facts
The applicant, Golichah Gange Omar, sought leave to file an intended appeal against the judgment of the High Court dismissing his judicial review application. The High Court had dismissed his application seeking an order of prohibition and an order of mandamus.
Issues
- Whether the applicant's delay in filing the appeal was excusable
- Whether the court should grant an extension of time for the applicant to file the appeal
Reasoning
The court found the delay to be excusable due to the applicant's age and the court's delay in availing the proceedings. The court also considered the public interest and the overriding objective of timely, just, proportionate, and affordable determination of proceedings.
Outcome
The application for extension of time to file the appeal was granted.
Orders
- The applicant is directed to file and serve his intended appeal within 25 days from the date of this ruling.
Authorities cited
Cases cited (2)
- Fakir Mohamed v. Joseph Mugambi & 2 Others, CA No. Nai. 332 of 2004
- Simba Colt Motors Ltd v James Gitahi Mwangi, C. App. No. Nai. 111 of 2010
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