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Anne Kasombo v Pace Power Africa Limited [2018] KEELRC 1672 (KLR)

[2018] KEELRC 1672 (KLR) Employment & Labour Relations Court
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Court
Employment & Labour Relations Court
Case number
1672
Citation
[2018] KEELRC 1672 (KLR)
Decided
29 June 2018
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TypeEmployment DisputePostureClaimant vs RespondentCoramBYRAM ONGAYA
Holding

The termination was found to be unfair, and the claimant is awarded a declaration, notice in lieu, compensation, and costs.

Facts

Claimant Anne Kasombo was employed by Pace Power Africa Limited as a human resource and administration manager. She was summarily dismissed on January 20, 2014, without notice. The claimant alleged that the dismissal was unfair and discriminatory.

Issues

  1. Whether the termination was unfair.
  2. Whether the claimant is entitled to the remedies as prayed for.

Reasoning

The court found that the claimant was not in custody of the missing documents and that the reason for termination was not genuine, as per Employment Act 2007.

Outcome

Judgment in favor of the claimant

Orders

  • A declaration that the termination was wrongful and unfair.
  • 2 months notice in lieu of termination notice.
  • Compensation for 6 months' salaries.
  • Certificate of service.
  • Payment of costs of the suit.

Remedies

  • Declaration of wrongful and unfair termination.
  • Notice in lieu of termination.
  • Compensation for 6 months' salaries.
  • Certificate of service.
  • Payment of costs of the suit.

Authorities cited

Legislation (1)
  • Employment Act 2007
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