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JNN v PMN (Civil Appeal 259 of 2019) [2025] KECA 1267 (KLR) (27 June 2025) (Judgment)

[2025] KECA 1267 (KLR) Court of Appeal
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Court
Court of Appeal
Case number
1267
Citation
[2025] KECA 1267 (KLR)
Decided
27 June 2025
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TypeCivil AppealPostureAppeal from the High Court of Kenya at EmbuCoramW. KARANJA, JAMILA MOHAMMED, A.O. MUCHELULE
Holding

We hold that 50-50 division was reasonable in the specific circumstances of the instant case and dismiss the appeal.

Facts

The appellant and respondent were married for 33 years. The respondent filed an originating summons seeking distribution of matrimonial property after the appellant started living with another woman. The property was distributed but the appellant was aggrieved.

Issues

  1. Distribution of matrimonial property
  2. Applicability of Matrimonial Property Act 2013

Reasoning

The court found that both parties made direct and indirect contributions towards the acquisition of the properties. The properties are held in equal shares by the duo, and the 50-50 division was reasonable.

Outcome

Appeal dismissed

Orders

  • Each party bears his/her own costs

Authorities cited

Legislation (1)
  • Matrimonial Properties Act 2013
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