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Margaret Mumbi Mwago v Intrahealth International [2017] KEELRC 129 (KLR)

[2017] KEELRC 129 (KLR) Employment & Labour Relations Court
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Court
Employment & Labour Relations Court
Case number
129
Citation
[2017] KEELRC 129 (KLR)
Decided
17 November 2017
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TypeUnlawful Termination of EmploymentPostureClaimant vs. RespondentCoramKLR Maraga
Holding

The termination was not lawful and fair as the Respondent did not comply with the Employment Act's conditions for declaring redundancy.

Facts

Claimant was employed by Respondent as Senior Manager, Public Sector from February 15, 2013. She was terminated on August 27, 2015, due to reduction in scope of work. The Respondent advertised for a similar position soon after her termination.

Issues

  1. Whether the termination of the Claimant's employment was lawful and fair
  2. Whether the Claimant is entitled to the remedies sought

Reasoning

The termination was based on redundancy, but the Respondent failed to comply with the Employment Act's requirements for declaring redundancy, including notifying the Claimant and the Labour Officer.

Outcome

The Claimant's employment was found to be unlawful and unfair.

Remedies

  • Salary for 14 years
  • Service/gratuity
  • 12 months’ salary in compensation
  • Leave pay
  • General damages for unlawful termination of employment
  • Certificate of service
  • Costs plus interest

Authorities cited

Legislation (2)
  • Employment Act
  • Labour Relations Act
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