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Metah Mzee v SDV Transami t/a Bollore Africa Logistics Kenya Ltd [2013] KEELRC 802 (KLR)

[2013] KEELRC 802 (KLR) Employment & Labour Relations Court
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Court
Employment & Labour Relations Court
Case number
802
Citation
[2013] KEELRC 802 (KLR)
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TypeIndustrial CourtPostureRespondent's appeal from an original trialCoramJustice Radido Stephen
Holding

The dismissal was unfair and the Claimant is awarded compensation of Kshs 74,241/-

Facts

Claimant was dismissed by Respondent for running a money lending business within the premises during working hours. Claimant denied this and claimed unfair dismissal.

Issues

  1. whether the summary dismissal was unfair
  2. what are the appropriate terminal benefits and compensation

Reasoning

The dismissal was not just and equitable as the Respondent did not confront the Claimant with the details of its investigations. The dismissal was found to be unfair and the Claimant is awarded compensation.

Outcome

Claimant wins

Orders

  • Award of compensation of Kshs 74,241/-
  • No order as to costs

Remedies

  • Compensation of Kshs 74,241/-

Authorities cited

Legislation (1)
  • Employment Act
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