Kenya United Steel Company (2022) Limited v Ahmed & another (Civil Appeal (Application) E141 of 2022) [2025] KECA 854 (KLR) (7 March 2025) (Ruling)
- Court
- Court of Appeal
- Case number
- 854
- Citation
- [2025] KECA 854 (KLR)
- Decided
- 7 March 2025
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TypeCivil AppealPostureApplication for extension of time to file an application to strike out an appealCoramF. TUIYOTT
Holding
The application to strike out the appeal is dismissed
Facts
The appellant filed a notice of appeal and record of appeal against the judgment of the Environment and Land Court. The 2nd respondent did not participate in the proceedings and was not served with the summons.
Issues
- Whether the 2nd respondent can seek to strike out the appeal after the 30-day period
- Whether the delay in filing the record of appeal is excusable
Reasoning
The Court exercised discretion to dismiss the application due to the 2nd respondent's failure to disclose when he became aware of the appeal, making the length of delay uncertain.
Outcome
The application is dismissed
Orders
- Costs to the appellant
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