Emmanuel Mambo Oduory v One Acre Fund [2020] KEELRC 541 (KLR)
- Court
- Employment & Labour Relations Court
- Case number
- 541
- Citation
- [2020] KEELRC 541 (KLR)
- Decided
- 7 August 2020
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TypeEmployment DisputePostureAppeal from an earlier decision in a Labour Relations CourtCoramMbaru
Holding
The Court held that the dismissal was unfair and unprocedural, and the Claimant was entitled to the reliefs sought.
Facts
The Claimant, Emmanuel Oduory, was employed by the Respondent, One Acre Fund, as an Analytical Soil Lab Manager. He was suspended on November 30, 2016, for allegations of sexual harassment. He was later dismissed on January 24, 2017, for gross misconduct. The Claimant filed a lawsuit alleging unfair dismissal and defamation.
Issues
- Whether the Claimant's summary dismissal was illegal, unfair, and unprocedural.
- Whether the Claimant has proved or established the claim of defamation against the Respondent.
- Whether the Claimant is entitled to the reliefs sought in his Claim.
Reasoning
The court found that the Respondent did not follow the procedural requirements of the Employment Act, particularly regarding the explanation of the reasons for termination and the opportunity to be heard.
Outcome
The Claimant was awarded the reliefs sought, including reinstatement and compensation.
Orders
- Reinstatement of the Claimant
- Compensation for the Claimant
Remedies
- Reinstatement
- Compensation
Authorities cited
Legislation (2)
- Employment Act
- One Acre Fund Kenya policy and procedures manual
Cases cited (2)
- Mary Chemweno Kiptui v Kenya Pipeline Company Limited
- Walter Ogal Anuro v Teachers Service Commission
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