Grace Bosibori Nyamongo v Kenya Institute of Administration [2014] KEELRC 1490 (KLR)
- Court
- Employment & Labour Relations Court
- Case number
- 1490
- Citation
- [2014] KEELRC 1490 (KLR)
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TypeIndustrial DisputePostureAppeal from the original trialCoramTITUS
Holding
The termination of the Claimant's employment was lawful and the Claimant is not entitled to the prayers sought.
Facts
The Claimant, Grace Bosibori Nyamongo, was employed by the Respondent, Kenya Institute of Administration. She filed a case for unfair dismissal and other claims. The Respondent denied the claims and stated that the Claimant absented herself from work without permission, leading to her dismissal.
Issues
- Whether the termination of employment of the Claimant was lawful
- Whether the Claimant is entitled to the prayers sought
Reasoning
The Respondent cited Section 41 of the Employment Act, which requires employers to explain the reason for termination to the employee and allow representation. The Claimant's absence was for a continuous period of seven days, meeting the criteria for vacation of office as per the Respondent's policy.
Outcome
Affirmed
Authorities cited
Legislation (1)
- Employment Act
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