Edward K. Kimuhu & 17 others v Weru Wamuthurwa Investment Company & 3 others [2005] KEHC 2811 (KLR)
- Court
- High Court of Kenya
- Case number
- 2811
- Citation
- [2005] KEHC 2811 (KLR)
- Decided
- 10 May 2005
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TypeCivilPostureAppeal from the original trial outcomeCoramJ.L.A. OSIEMO
Holding
The 3rd Defendant's application to strike out the plaintiffs' suit is dismissed with costs.
Facts
The 1st Defendant sold a parcel of land to the 1st Plaintiff, subdivided it, and combined it with another parcel to illegally approve its subdivision. The plaintiffs sought a declaration, rectification, and an injunction.
Issues
- Declaration of illegal combination and subdivision
- Rectification of the register
- Injunction against further dealing
Reasoning
The court found that the 3rd Defendant, a self-help organization, has no legal entity and can only sue through its office bearers. The plaintiffs' suit is not frivolous, vexatious, or an abuse of the process.
Outcome
Appeal dismissed
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