Emmanuel Amolo Owuor v Matthias Mulumba Major Seminary & 2 others [2022] KEELRC 720 (KLR)

Summary at a glance

Facts

Claimant was a Lecturer at St. Matthias Mulumba Major Seminary, paid an allowance, and continued to conduct Masses. He claims termination without notice and unfair treatment.

Issues

• Whether there was an employment relationship between the Claimant and the Respondents.
• Whether the Claimant was an employee as defined by the Employment Act.

Reasoning

The Claimant's appointment as a Lecturer was dependent on being a Priest Theologian and not an employment relationship. The Court cites Universal Church of the Kingdom of God v Myeni for support.

Outcome

Claimant's claim dismissed

Orders

• Each party will bear their own costs.

Authorities cited