Sawe v Ekaterra Tea Kenya PLC (Cause E012 of 2023) [2025] KEELRC 285 (KLR) (7 February 2025) (Ruling)
- Court
- Employment & Labour Relations Court
- Case number
- 285
- Citation
- [2025] KEELRC 285 (KLR)
- Decided
- 7 February 2025
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TypeEmployment DisputePostureAppeal from a judgment granting compensation for unfair terminationCoramJAMES RIKA
Holding
The court ordered the stay of execution of the judgment pending the hearing and determination of the appeal.
Facts
David Sawe was terminated by Ekaterra Tea Kenya PLC, and he filed a claim for compensation and reinstatement. The court awarded him compensation equivalent to 6 months' salary and 2 months' salary in lieu of notice.
Issues
- Validity of termination
- Compensation amount
- Remedies granted
Reasoning
Both parties are dissatisfied with the judgment and have filed appeals. The court found that it is imprudent to proceed with execution of a judgment that is being challenged on appeal.
Outcome
The judgment was stayed pending the appeal.
Orders
- Execution of the judgment is stayed pending the hearing and determination of the appeal and cross-appeal
Remedies
- Compensation of Kshs. 8,005,314.72
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