Elizabeth Mukuhi Kimondo v Karangi Coftea Limited [2021] KEELRC 971 (KLR)

Facts

Claimant Elizabeth Mukuhi Kimondo worked as a Room Steward at Karangi Coftea Limited's hotel from May 2010 to September 2015. She was offered a starting salary of Kshs. 7,500 and later increased to Kshs. 12,500, exclusive of house allowance. She was terminated without notice or cause, and she sought compensation for wrongful termination, terminal benefits, and costs.

Issues

1. Unfair and wrongful termination of employment
2. House allowance payment

Reasoning

The Court ruled that the termination was unfair and that the Claimant was entitled to compensation for wrongful termination, terminal benefits, and costs.

Outcome

The Court ordered the Respondent to pay the Claimant compensation for wrongful termination, terminal benefits, and costs.