John v African Gas and Oil Limited (Cause E087 of 2022) [2025] KEELRC 2023 (KLR) (30 June 2025) (Judgment)
- Court
- Employment & Labour Relations Court
- Case number
- 2023
- Citation
- [2025] KEELRC 2023 (KLR)
- Decided
- 30 June 2025
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TypeEmployment DisputePostureAppeal from an original trial decision
Holding
The Court found the dismissal to be unfair.
Facts
The Claimant, Joseph Nyamai John, was summarily dismissed by Respondent, African Gas and Oil Limited, on July 29, 2022. The dismissal was based on the claim that the Claimant attempted to defraud the Respondent of KShs. 104,400. However, the Respondent's disciplinary hearing focused on poor work ethics.
Issues
- Whether the summary dismissal against the Claimant was fair.
- Whether the Claimant is entitled to the reliefs sought.
Reasoning
The Court held that the Respondent did not adhere to the procedural fairness required by the Employment Act, particularly in the notification and hearing stages.
Outcome
The Court found the dismissal unfair and awarded general damages, 2 months' salary for suspension, and 12 months' salary as compensation for unlawful termination.
Authorities cited
Legislation (2)
- Employment Act
- Labor Relations Act
Cases cited (1)
- Pius Machafu Isindu vs Lavington Security Guards Limited
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