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Anthony Mwai Munyi v Computer Revolution Africa Ltd [2017] KEELRC 440 (KLR)

[2017] KEELRC 440 (KLR) Employment & Labour Relations Court
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Court
Employment & Labour Relations Court
Case number
440
Citation
[2017] KEELRC 440 (KLR)
Decided
11 September 2017
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TypeEmployment DisputePostureClaimant's Original Action and Respondent's Counter-ClaimCoramM. MBARU JUDGE
Holding

The court awards notice pay, unfair labour practice compensation, and service pay to the claimant, and dismisses the respondent's counter-claim.

Facts

The claimant was employed as Country Manager for the respondent's Ethiopia office, but the contract was executed in Kenya. The claimant resigned on 14th September, 2012, and was summarily dismissed on 20th September, 2012. The claimant claimed unpaid salary and notice pay.

Issues

  1. Unpaid salary for 20 days worked in September 2012
  2. Notice pay for the resignation period
  3. Unfair dismissal compensation
  4. Service pay for the period of employment

Reasoning

The court found the dismissal procedurally unfair and awarded notice pay. It also addressed statutory deductions and remittances, ruling that the claimant is entitled to service pay and penalties for non-payment.

Outcome

Judgment in favor of the claimant, with the respondent ordered to pay various amounts.

Orders

  • Award of notice pay
  • Award of unfair labour practice compensation
  • Award of service pay
  • Dismissal of respondent's counter-claim

Remedies

  • Notice pay
  • Unfair labour practice compensation
  • Service pay

Authorities cited

Legislation (1)
  • Employment Act, 2007
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