Gachuhi & another v Evangelical Mission for Africa & another; Law Society of Kenya (Interested Party) (Civil Appeal 159 of 2015) [2023] KECA 51 (KLR) (3 February 2023) (Judgment)
- Court
- Court of Appeal
- Case number
- 51
- Citation
- [2023] KECA 51 (KLR)
- Decided
- 3 February 2023
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TypeCivil AppealPostureAppeal from the High Court ruling and ordersCoramAs Burrough, E. K. Ogola, M'INOTI, Ogola, Ringera
Holding
The High Court's ruling and orders were set aside, and the appeals were allowed.
Facts
In 2005, the respondents expressed interest in purchasing a portion of land known as LR No 2951/84. The appellants were offering to sell the land through Kaplan & Stratton Advocates. The respondents filed an application to set aside the arbitration award, while the appellants sought to strike out the respondents' application.
Issues
- Jurisdiction of the High Court to set aside an arbitration award
- Interpretation of the Arbitration Act and Constitution
- Interference with the arbitration process
Reasoning
The Court held that the High Court exceeded its jurisdiction by delving into the merits of the dispute and accepting new evidence. It also found that the court was exercising jurisdiction beyond what is granted under the Arbitration Act.
Outcome
Appeals allowed
Orders
- Ruling and orders of the High Court set aside
- Appeals allowed
Remedies
- Reconsideration of the case by the High Court
Authorities cited
Legislation (2)
- Arbitration Act
- Constitution of Kenya
Cases cited (2)
- National Cereals & Produce Board v Erad Suppliers & General Contracts Limited
- Nyutu Agrovet Limited v Airtel Networks Kenya Limited, Chartered Institute of Arbitrators-Kenya Branch (Interested Party)
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