Joan Njoki Gitau & another v Lucy Wambui Kiboi [2020] KEELC 2481 (KLR)
- Court
- Environment & Land Court
- Case number
- 2481
- Citation
- [2020] KEELC 2481 (KLR)
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TypeLand DisputePostureAppeal from the original trialCoramS. Okongo
Holding
The plaintiffs' suit is dismissed, and the defendant is declared the lawful owner of Plot No. V3299. The defendant is awarded Kshs. 110,000/=, and each party bears its own costs.
Facts
The plaintiffs and defendant had a contract of sale for a parcel of land known as Plot No. V3299, which was a subdivision of L.R No. 10904/2. The plaintiffs sought rescission of the contract and various declarations and injunctions, while the defendant counter-claimed for a declaration of ownership and a refund of certain payments.
Issues
- Rescission of the contract of sale
- Ownership of the suit property
- Refund of payments
Reasoning
The court found that the plaintiffs did not prove their case against the defendant and that the defendant had a valid claim for ownership. The court also ruled on the refund of payments and costs.
Outcome
Appeal dismissed
Orders
- Plaintiffs' suit dismissed
- Defendant declared lawful owner of Plot No. V3299
- Defendant awarded Kshs. 110,000/=
Remedies
- Declaration of ownership
- Refund of Kshs. 110,000/=
Authorities cited
Legislation (1)
- Civil Procedure Act
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