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Chepkino Kiburet v Nelson Chepngotie & 3 others [2003] KEHC 50 (KLR)

[2003] KEHC 50 (KLR) High Court of Kenya
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Court
High Court of Kenya
Case number
50
Citation
[2003] KEHC 50 (KLR)
Decided
21 February 2003
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TypeLand DisputePostureOriginal TrialCoramR. NAMBUYE
Holding

The court finds the plaintiff's claim valid and genuine, and directs the defendants to pay Kshs.360,000 for the 8 acres, with interest and costs.

Facts

In 1965, the plaintiff bought shares in Sergoit rock farm for Kshs.2,900. In 1988-1989, the defendants unlawfully rejected a receipt of Kshs.900 from the plaintiff, which entitled him to 14 additional acres. During the suit, the defendants allocated 6 more acres to the plaintiff, but 8 acres remain unallocated.

Issues

  1. plaintiff's entitlement to additional 8 acres
  2. plaintiff's claim for monetary compensation for the 8 acres

Reasoning

The court assesses the value of the land at Kshs.40,000 per acre as of the time of filing, resulting in a total of Kshs.360,000. The defendants are responsible for the proceedings and must pay the compensation.

Outcome

The plaintiff wins the case.

Orders

  • Order for monetary compensation of Kshs.360,000 for the 8 acres

Remedies

  • Monetary compensation
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