Mambo (Suing as the legal representative of the Estate Of the Lade Robert Mambo Ndiangui) v Kenyatta University (Cause 424 of 2017) [2026] KEELRC 586 (KLR) (25 February 2026) (Judgment)
- Court
- Employment & Labour Relations Court
- Case number
- 586
- Citation
- [2026] KEELRC 586 (KLR)
- Decided
- 25 February 2026
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TypeEmployment DisputePostureAppeal from a previous decisionCoramDKN MARETE
Holding
The termination of employment was wrongful, unfair, and unlawful. The claimant is entitled to a declaration, salary in lieu of notice, three months' salary, gratuity, unpaid leave days, and acting allowance before suspension.
Facts
The deceased Robert Mambo was appointed as a Senior Administrative Assistant by Kenyatta University. He was promoted to Transport Manager and handled significant operational challenges. The office was broken into, and the deceased reported it to his supervisor.
Issues
- Whether the termination of employment was wrongful, unfair, and unlawful.
- The amount of compensation to be awarded.
Reasoning
The deceased served diligently and was promoted. The office break-in was not related to his duties.
Outcome
Claimant wins
Orders
- A declaration of wrongful termination
- One month's salary in lieu of notice
- Three months' salary
- Gratuity at 31%
- Unpaid leave days
- Unpaid acting allowance before suspension
Remedies
- Award of compensation
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