Elton Barasa v One Acre Fund [2018] KEELRC 2480 (KLR)
- Court
- Employment & Labour Relations Court
- Case number
- 2480
- Citation
- [2018] KEELRC 2480 (KLR)
- Decided
- 1 February 2018
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TypeEmployment DisputePostureAppeal from the original trialCoramHon. Lady Justice Maureen Onyango, MATHEWS NDERI NDUMA
Holding
The termination was found to be unfair as it was not procedurally fair and the Respondent failed to prove the reason for termination was valid.
Facts
Elton Barasa was employed by One Acre Fund as a field officer. He was placed on performance-related probation and subsequently terminated on grounds of poor performance. The termination was based on his alleged undisciplined behavior and failure to participate in team building sessions.
Issues
- whether the termination was unfair
- whether the Claimant is entitled to the remedies sought
Reasoning
The Court found that the termination was unfair because it was not based on valid reasons and the Respondent did not follow fair procedure.
Outcome
The appeal was upheld, and the termination was declared unfair.
Orders
- Declaration that the termination was unfair
- Compensation as per clause 6 with interest
- Costs of the suit
Remedies
- Declaration of unfair termination
- Compensation
- Costs
Authorities cited
Legislation (1)
- Employment Act
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