Charles Kombe Charo v East African Portland Cement Company Limited [2022] KEELRC 669 (KLR)
- Court
- Employment & Labour Relations Court
- Case number
- 669
- Citation
- [2022] KEELRC 669 (KLR)
- Decided
- 24 February 2022
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TypeEmployment DisputePostureRespondent's Motion to DismissCoramRika, Warsame
Holding
The court finds that the Respondent did not establish a mistake induced by the Claimant regarding his date of birth, thus the contract was not voidable.
Facts
Claimant Charles Kombe Charo was employed by East African Portland Cement Company Limited under a five-year contract expiring on September 17, 2017. The contract was terminated prematurely on December 16, 2016, citing retirement age. Claimant sought reinstatement, salary, and other damages.
Issues
- Whether the contract was voidable due to Claimant's misrepresentation of age.
- Whether Claimant retired or was terminated.
- Whether Claimant is entitled to the reliefs sought.
Reasoning
The court examined the Claimant's employment record card and letter of appointment, finding no evidence of a mistake by the Respondent. The contract was not voidable due to the Claimant's misrepresentation.
Outcome
The court dismissed the suit with costs.
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