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Vishva Builders Ltd v Moi University [2002] KEHC 1143 (KLR)

[2002] KEHC 1143 (KLR) High Court of Kenya
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Court
High Court of Kenya
Case number
1143
Citation
[2002] KEHC 1143 (KLR)
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TypeCivilPostureApplication for summary judgmentCoramG.E.O TUNYA
Holding

Summary judgment granted in favor of Vishva Builders Ltd for the sum of Kshs 185,305,011.30 and interest, with costs awarded to the applicant.

Facts

Vishva Builders Ltd applied for summary judgment against Moi University for a liquidated demand of Kshs 185,305,011.30 and interest, based on a construction contract and interim certificates issued by the architect.

Issues

  1. Validity of interim certificates issued by the architect
  2. Contractual liability and payment obligations

Reasoning

The court found that the interim certificates were valid and that Moi University was contractually liable for the payments. The defense of breach of contract and lack of funds was dismissed.

Outcome

Grant of summary judgment

Orders

  • Summary judgment for the applicant

Remedies

  • Kshs 185,305,011.30 and interest

Authorities cited

Legislation (1)
  • Civil Procedure Code
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