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R.W.K. v P.N.W. [2011] KEHC 1725 (KLR)

[2011] KEHC 1725 (KLR) High Court of Kenya
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Court
High Court of Kenya
Case number
1725
Citation
[2011] KEHC 1725 (KLR)
Decided
15 July 2011
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TypeDivorcePosturePetitioner sought dissolution of marriage and custody of children.CoramMARTHA KOOME
Holding

The marriage is dissolved, and the petitioner is granted custody of the children.

Facts

The marriage was solemnized on January 15, 2000, and the parties had two children. The petitioner alleged cruelty and desertion, while the respondent denied these allegations.

Issues

  1. Dissolution of marriage
  2. Custody of children

Reasoning

The court found that the petitioner proved acts of cruelty and desertion, and the parties have not cohabited since 2002.

Outcome

Dissolution of marriage and custody granted to petitioner

Orders

  • Decree nisi for three months
  • Petitioner to have custody of the child

Remedies

  • Custody of the child

Authorities cited

Legislation (1)
  • African Christian Marriage and Divorce Act Cap 151 of the Laws of Kenya
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