Mwaura v Mukonza (Civil Appeal (Application) E704 of 2024) [2026] KECA 475 (KLR) (6 March 2026) (Ruling)
- Court
- Court of Appeal
- Case number
- 475
- Citation
- [2026] KECA 475 (KLR)
- Decided
- 6 March 2026
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TypeCivil Appeal (Application)PostureApplication for extension of time to file and serve a notice of appealCoramL NDOLO, JA
Holding
The Court allowed the application and admitted the notice of appeal as duly filed, subject to payment of applicable court fees.
Facts
The applicant sought an extension of time to file and serve a notice of appeal and record of appeal, while the respondent opposed the application, alleging that the notice of appeal was not properly served and was in violation of court rules.
Issues
- Whether the applicant's notice of appeal was properly served
- Whether the applicant's application for extension of time should be granted
Reasoning
The Court exercised discretion and allowed the application, considering the length of delay, the reason for the delay, and the arguability of the appeal.
Outcome
The notice of appeal and record of appeal were admitted as duly filed.
Orders
- Admit the notice of appeal dated 18th September 2024 and record of appeal filed on 18th September 2024 and served on 4th October 2024 as duly filed
- Allow the costs of the application to be in the appeal
Authorities cited
Cases cited (1)
- Leo Sila Mutiso vs. Hellen Wangari Mwangi [1999] 2 EA 231
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