Eliud Mugo Kagai v Wilson M Njenga [2021] KEHC 8409 (KLR)
- Court
- High Court of Kenya
- Case number
- 8409
- Citation
- [2021] KEHC 8409 (KLR)
- Decided
- 9 March 2021
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TypeCivil AppealPostureAppeal from a judgment of the Chief Magistrate's CourtCoramE. N. MAINA, MARY KASANGO
Holding
The court found in favor of the respondent, finding that the appellant issued the cheques as a means of repaying a loan.
Facts
The respondent claimed that the appellant borrowed Kshs. 5,250,000/= from him, but the appellant disputed this and claimed it was a joint venture agreement. The respondent provided two cheques as evidence.
Issues
- Whether there was a partnership or joint agribusiness venture between the parties.
- Whether the two cheques were for repayment of a loan or payment of the respondent's share of the anticipated profit.
Reasoning
The court found the respondent's explanation more probable and credible, while the appellant's evidence was unconvincing.
Outcome
Appeal dismissed with costs awarded to the respondent.
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