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Kristofa Bukachi Okumali v China Wu Yi (K) Co.Ltd [2013] KEELRC 712 (KLR)

[2013] KEELRC 712 (KLR) Employment & Labour Relations Court
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Court
Employment & Labour Relations Court
Case number
712
Citation
[2013] KEELRC 712 (KLR)
Decided
21 August 2013
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TypeEmployment DisputePostureClaimant in person vs RespondentCoramMATHEWS N. NDUMA
Holding

Claimant's employment was unlawfully terminated, and he is entitled to compensation and other remedies.

Facts

Claimant was employed as a mason by Respondent from June 1, 2011 to August 4, 2012. He alleged unlawful termination due to questioning his supervisor about job card deductions. He claimed arrears and compensation.

Issues

  1. Employment termination unlawfully and unfairly
  2. Arrears of salary and leave days
  3. Compensation for unlawful termination

Reasoning

Claimant's testimony was largely uncontroverted, and the Respondent failed to provide evidence to justify the termination.

Outcome

Claimant awarded compensation and other benefits totaling Ksh.180,528.

Orders

  • Payment of one month's salary in lieu of notice
  • Payment of leave days for one year
  • Payment of seven days' salary arrears
  • Payment of one off day per week for one year
  • Payment for double rates for public holidays
  • Payment for overtime worked
  • Compensation for unlawful termination

Remedies

  • One month's salary in lieu of notice
  • One year's leave days
  • Seven days' salary arrears
  • One off day per week for one year
  • Double rates for public holidays
  • Overtime pay
  • Compensation for unlawful termination

Authorities cited

Legislation (1)
  • Employment Act
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