Thindiu v Ministry of Labour & Social Protection & another (Environment and Land Case 106 of 2018) [2025] KEELC 8434 (KLR) (3 December 2025) (Ruling)
- Court
- Environment & Land Court
- Case number
- 8434
- Citation
- [2025] KEELC 8434 (KLR)
- Decided
- 3 December 2025
Summary at a glance
TypeLand CasePostureAppeal from an order dismissing an applicationCoramCK NZILI
The court sets aside its order dismissing the application and allows it to be heard on merits.
Facts
The plaintiff, Stephen Kamau Thindiu, was unable to attend the hearing due to age, mobility, and communication challenges. The application was initially scheduled for hearing on 31/3/2025 but was rescheduled for 26/6/2025. The plaintiff claims the application was not properly served on the defendants.
Issues
- Whether the court should set aside its order dismissing the application
- Whether the plaintiff's non-attendance was due to circumstances beyond his control
Reasoning
The court finds the application meritorious and sets aside the order dismissing it, with no order as to costs.
Outcome
Appeal allowed
Orders
- The application dated 18/2/2025 is to be canvassed by way of written submissions
Authorities cited
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