Silali v Maseno University (Cause E014 of 2023) [2024] KEELRC 967 (KLR) (22 February 2024) (Judgment)
- Court
- Employment & Labour Relations Court
- Case number
- 967
- Citation
- [2024] KEELRC 967 (KLR)
- Decided
- 22 February 2024
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TypeEmployment DisputePostureAppeal from the original trialCoramCN BAARI
Holding
The Court found the termination unfair and ordered reinstatement.
Facts
Claimant Maurice Barasa Silali was employed by Respondent Maseeno University as a Senior Technologist, Human Anatomy. He was dismissed on grounds of misconduct and poor performance.
Issues
- Whether the Claimant's termination was fair.
- Whether the Claimant is entitled to the remedies sought.
Reasoning
The Court held that the Respondent did not adhere to fair process and did not explain the reasons for termination in a language the Claimant understood.
Outcome
Affirmed
Orders
- Reinstatement to the former or equivalent position.
Remedies
- Three months salary in lieu of notice.
- 12 months gross salary as compensation for unlawful termination.
Authorities cited
Legislation (2)
- Employment Act
- Universities Act
Cases cited (2)
- Postal Corporation Of Kenya vs Andrew Tanui
- Sotik Highlands Tea Estates Ltd vs Kenya Plantation and Agricultural Workers Union
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