HG v AB (Divorce Cause E032 of 2021) [2021] KEKC 20 (KLR) (21 December 2021) (Judgment)
- Court
- KEKC
- Case number
- 20
- Citation
- [2021] KEKC 20 (KLR)
- Decided
- 21 December 2021
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TypeDivorcePosturePetition for dissolution of marriageCoramHON. MUSTAFA G. SHUNU
Holding
The matrimonial bond between the petitioner and the respondent is dissolved through faskh.
Facts
The petitioner and respondent had been married for 30 years. The petitioner alleged that the respondent was aggressive and neglected her, leading to a separation on August 24, 2020. The petitioner deserted the matrimonial home and stayed with her parents. The respondent terminated the marriage in September 2020.
Issues
- Whether the petitioner's marriage with the respondent can be dissolved due to lack of respect and honor.
- Whether the respondent's estate should be placed under the custodianship of the petitioner after their separation.
Reasoning
The court found that the petitioner's marriage with the respondent lacked respect and honor, and the petitioner deserted the matrimonial home.
Outcome
The petitioner's marriage with the respondent is dissolved.
Orders
- Matrimonial bond dissolved.
- Petitioner's prayer for placement of custodianship of children's share of estate dismissed.
- Respondent ordered to provide maintenance to four minor children.
- Respondent ordered not to evict petitioner from her house.
- Petitioner ordered not to engage or marry Mr. Ali Mohamed.
- Custody vested with mother, father has access and visitation.
- 3-month eddah period observed.
Remedies
- Maintenance for four minor children.
- Protection for witnesses.
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