Elizabeth Nzanga Kisio v Equity Bank Ltd [2015] KEELRC 758 (KLR)
- Court
- Employment & Labour Relations Court
- Case number
- 758
- Citation
- [2015] KEELRC 758 (KLR)
- Decided
- 10 July 2015
The court found that the Respondent did not provide the Claimant with a letter to show cause why her employment should not be terminated, and did not follow due process before summarily dismissing her.
Facts
Claimant was employed by Equity Bank Ltd as a Marketing Officer on March 11, 2009, on probation for six months. She was confirmed and deployed as a Relationship Officer, Marketing on September 11, 2009. She received salary raises and bonuses, and was given opportunities for career advancement.
Issues
- What was the true cause for the summary dismissal of the claimant from employment?
- Did the Respondent follow a fair procedure in summarily dismissing the Claimant from employment?
Reasoning
The court concluded that the Claimant was dismissed without proper notice or a chance to explain her side, contrary to the Respondent's stated policies.
Outcome
The court dismissed the claimant's case and ordered the Respondent to pay the claimant Kshs 1,200,000 in compensation.
Orders
- Dismissal of the claimant's case
Remedies
- Compensation of Kshs 1,200,000
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