Dorcas Kaptuiyah Chelang’a & another v Nelson Mwanzia Kivuvani & 2 others [2017] KEHC 5865 (KLR)
- Court
- High Court of Kenya
- Case number
- 5865
- Citation
- [2017] KEHC 5865 (KLR)
- Decided
- 12 May 2017
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TypeLand DisputePostureAppeal from the original trialCoramO.A. ANGOTE
Holding
The Plaintiffs have proved their case on a balance of probabilities against the 1st and 3rd Defendants. The 1st Defendant is ordered to transfer the purchased plots to the Plaintiffs.
Facts
The Plaintiffs claim to have purchased 13 plots from the 2nd Defendant, who was authorized to sell the land by the 1st Defendant. The Plaintiffs allege breach of contract and seek a permanent injunction and transfer of land.
Issues
- Whether the Plaintiffs have proved their case on a balance of probabilities against the 1st and 3rd Defendants.
- Whether the 1st Defendant is obligated to transfer the purchased plots to the Plaintiffs.
Reasoning
The Plaintiffs provided evidence of their purchase agreements, share certificates, and payment receipts. The 1st Defendant's refusal to transfer the plots was found to be in breach of contract.
Outcome
The Plaintiffs' claim is allowed.
Orders
- A permanent injunction restraining the Defendants from interfering with the Plaintiffs' plots.
- An order compelling the 1st Defendant to transfer the purchased plots to the Plaintiffs.
- An order directing the 1st Defendant to facilitate the issuance of 19 Certificates of Titles to the Plaintiffs.
- The 1st Defendant to pay the costs of the suit.
Remedies
- Permanent injunction
- Transfer of land
- Issuance of Certificates of Titles
- Payment of costs
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