Geoffrey Shamola v Eldoret Grains Ltd [2014] KEELRC 1463 (KLR)
- Court
- Employment & Labour Relations Court
- Case number
- 1463
- Citation
- [2014] KEELRC 1463 (KLR)
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TypeEmployment DisputePostureAppeal from the original trialCoramHellen S. Wasilwa
Holding
The dismissal was unfair and wrongful, and the court converts it to a normal termination.
Facts
Claimant Geoffrey Shamola was employed by Respondent Eldoret Grains Ltd as a machine operator from October 27, 2009, until November 4, 2012. He was dismissed on November 4, 2012, without notice or a hearing.
Issues
- Whether claimant was dismissed or deserted duty.
- Whether claimant is entitled to prayers sought.
Reasoning
The court found that the claimant was dismissed and that due process was not followed. The dismissal was therefore unlawful and unfair.
Outcome
Claimant is awarded one month's salary in lieu of notice, leave due, compensation for wrongful termination, and underpayments.
Orders
- Claimant awarded Kshs 207,239.95 in total.
- Respondents to issue claimant with a certificate of service.
- Service pay is not payable as claimant was an NSSF contributor.
Remedies
- One month salary in lieu of notice
- Leave due
- Compensation for wrongful termination
- Underpayments
Authorities cited
Legislation (3)
- Employment Act 2007
- Section 41 of Employment Act 2007
- Section 10(7) of Employment Act 2007
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