David Nthiga v Thenderu Mbare [2020] KEELC 2066 (KLR)
- Court
- Environment & Land Court
- Case number
- 2066
- Citation
- [2020] KEELC 2066 (KLR)
- Decided
- 30 April 2020
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TypeAppealPostureAppeal from a judgment and decree dismissing the Appellant's suit and allowing the Respondent's counterclaimCoramY.M. ANGIMA
Holding
The appeal is allowed, and the judgement and decree of the trial court are set aside. The suit shall be heard de novo before any competent court.
Facts
The Appellant claimed to be the registered proprietor of the suit property and sought an order of eviction, general damages for loss of user, and costs of the suit. The Respondent counterclaimed.
Issues
- Whether the trial court's proceedings were conducted in an irregular manner
- Whether an order for a new trial should be made
Reasoning
The court found that the trial court's proceedings were irregular and caused a miscarriage of justice, leading to the conclusion that a new trial is necessary.
Outcome
Appeal allowed
Orders
- Judgement and decree of the trial court set aside
- Suit shall be heard de novo before any competent court
- Each party shall bear their own costs of both the appeal and the suit before the trial court
Remedies
- New trial before any competent court
Authorities cited
Cases cited (2)
- Ondieki [2016] eKLR
- Ahmedi Sumar V R [1964] EA 481
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