Kenyan case law

Njenga v Njenga (Daughter) (Deceased) (Civil Appeal (Application) 146 of 2019) [2026] KECA 259 (KLR) (13 February 2026) (Ruling)

✦ The application is incompetent and struck out with leave to apply for revival of the appeal and substitution of the respondent once grant of representation to the estate of the deceased respondent has been made.

Mutua v Republic (Criminal Appeal 76 of 2019) [2026] KECA 266 (KLR) (13 February 2026) (Judgment)

✦ The prosecution proved the charge of murder beyond reasonable doubt and malice aforethought was established. The contradictions in the prosecution's case were not material. The sentence imposed was lawful and appropriate.

Middle East Bank Kenya Limited v Ngunjiri (Civil Appeal E019 of 2023) [2026] KECA 238 (KLR) (13 February 2026) (Judgment)

✦ The appeal is dismissed with costs to the respondent, and the ruling and orders of the ELRC are upheld.

Keekonyoikie Community Trust v Monik & 2 others (Civil Appeal (Application) E486 of 2025) [2026] KECA 257 (KLR) (13 February 2026) (Ruling)

✦ The consent order entered into on 16th July 2025 is set aside

Githinji v Republic (Criminal Appeal 116 of 2019) [2026] KECA 243 (KLR) (13 February 2026) (Judgment)

Clerk, County Assembly of Taita Taveta & 3 others v Kazungu (Civil Application E037 of 2025) [2026] KECA 262 (KLR) (13 February 2026) (Ruling)

✦ The applicants have not demonstrated exceptional prejudice that would justify the drastic remedy of stay of proceedings. Their arguable appeal will remain intact.

Mukewa v Republic (Criminal Appeal 182 of 2020) [2026] KECA 278 (KLR) (13 February 2026) (Judgment)

✦ The appeal is allowed, the conviction quashed, and the sentence set aside

Mwikali & another v Mutungi & 3 others (Civil Appeal 189 of 2019) [2026] KECA 231 (KLR) (13 February 2026) (Judgment)

✦ The Court of Appeal dismissed the appeal, upholding the ruling of the Environment and Land Court.

National Bank of Kenya Ltd v Verus Praedium Realtors Ltd & 3 others (Civil Application E207 of 2025) [2026] KECA 234 (KLR) (13 February 2026) (Ruling)

✦ The High Court’s ruling on contempt of court is upheld

University of Nairobi v Songa Ogoda & Associates (Civil Appeal (Application) 240 of 2020) [2026] KECA 258 (KLR) (13 February 2026) (Ruling)

✦ Grant leave to appeal to address the issues raised and stay further proceedings until the intended appeal is heard.

Keller Customs Kenya Limited v Public Procurement Administrative Review Board & 3 others (Civil Appeal (Application) E001 of 2025) [2026] KECA 237 (KLR) (13 February 2026) (Ruling)

✦ The issues raised by the applicant do not qualify as substantial questions of law or matters of general public importance, and the application is dismissed.

Wanjala v Republic (Criminal Application E149 of 2024) [2026] KECA 270 (KLR) (13 February 2026) (Ruling)

✦ The application is abated due to the applicant's death.

Bosek v Singo’ei (Civil Application E229 of 2025) [2026] KECA 248 (KLR) (13 February 2026) (Ruling)

✦ The application for stay of execution is dismissed with costs to the respondent.

Milestone Games Limited v Betting Control & Licensing Board & 3 others; Ndungu (Interested Party) (Civil Appeal (Application) E671 of 2022) [2026] KECA 256 (KLR) (13 February 2026) (Ruling)

✦ The application is dismissed with costs to Milestone

Ombete v Republic (Criminal Appeal 360 of 2019) [2026] KECA 282 (KLR) (13 February 2026) (Judgment)

✦ The conviction and sentence are quashed, and the appellant is set free

Ongola & 6 others v Odhiambo & 7 others (Civil Appeal E328 & E393 of 2025 (Consolidated)) [2026] KECA 260 (KLR) (13 February 2026) (Judgment)

✦ The appeals fail and are hereby dismissed.

Kangangi v Iburi & another; Mwirigi & another (Applicant) (Suing as Intended Legal Representatives of the Estate of Jacob Kabutu Kangangi) (Civil Appeal (Application) 258 of 2019) [2026] KECA 265 (KLR) (13 February 2026) (Ruling)

✦ The appeal is revived, and Janice Gaceri Mwirigi and Kithinji Kimaita Mwirigi are substituted as legal representatives of the deceased's estate in the appeal.

Delmonte Kenya Limited v Kariuki (Civil Application E015 of 2021) [2026] KECA 245 (KLR) (13 February 2026) (Ruling)

✦ The application is allowed, and the applicant is granted an extension of time to file and serve the Notice of Appeal and Record of Appeal.

Igainya Ltd & 2 others v Githae & 5 others (Civil Appeal 655 of 2019) [2026] KECA 252 (KLR) (13 February 2026) (Judgment)

✦ The appeal is dismissed as the title to the suit property cannot be said to have been a good title, and the doctrine of bona fide purchaser cannot cure an illegality at inception.

Rotich v Republic (Criminal Application E089 of 2025) [2026] KECA 216 (KLR) (12 February 2026) (Ruling)

✦ The Court grants the application for leave to appeal out of time

Kerich v Republic (Criminal Application E092 of 2025) [2026] KECA 222 (KLR) (12 February 2026) (Ruling)

✦ The Court of Appeal grants the application for leave to appeal out of time.

Ngara v Republic (Criminal Application E093 of 2025) [2026] KECA 218 (KLR) (12 February 2026) (Ruling)

✦ The Court allows the application and directs the applicant to file his appeal within 60 days from the date of the ruling.

Kibet v Republic (Criminal Application E085 of 2024) [2026] KECA 221 (KLR) (12 February 2026) (Ruling)

✦ The application is allowed, and the applicant is granted an extension of time to file his notice of appeal within 14 days and the record of appeal within 60 days from the date of this ruling.

Ngeno v Republic (Criminal Application E002 of 2026) [2026] KECA 220 (KLR) (12 February 2026) (Ruling)

✦ The court allows the application and grants the applicant leave to appeal out of time.

PS v Republic (Criminal Application E090 of 2025) [2026] KECA 217 (KLR) (12 February 2026) (Ruling)

✦ The application is dismissed as it is a non-starter.