Zacharia Somi Ng’ang’a v another & Margaret Wangechi Njuguna [2020] KECA 709 (KLR)
- Court
- Court of Appeal
- Case number
- 709
- Citation
- [2020] KECA 709 (KLR)
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TypeCivil AppealPostureAppeal from a High Court rulingCoramW. Ouko, W. Karanja, Hannah Okwengu
Holding
The order of eviction is set aside, and the interlocutory injunction is upheld
Facts
The respondents claimed they bought the suit land at a public auction in 2004 and transferred it to their names in 2007. The appellant refused to vacate the land, leading to the respondents seeking an injunction and eviction order.
Issues
- Whether the High Court erred in finding the respondents entitled to possession of the suit land
- Whether the High Court erred in granting an interlocutory eviction order
Reasoning
The court found the High Court misdirected itself by granting an interlocutory eviction order, which prematurely determined the suit. The court should have used the appropriate provisions for eviction.
Outcome
The order of eviction is set aside, and the interlocutory injunction is upheld
Orders
- Set aside the order of eviction
- Uphold the interlocutory injunction
Remedies
- Costs of the appeal awarded to the appellant
Authorities cited
Legislation (2)
- Civil Procedure Rules
- Civil Procedure Act
Cases cited (2)
- Olive Mwihaki Mugenda & Anor vs Okiya Omtatah Okoiti & 4 others, [2016] eKLR
- Kamau Mucuha v Ripples Limited, Civil Application No. 186 of 1992 (NAI 77/1992) UR
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