Kenyan case law

• John Mwangi Njoroge v Charles Wamae Njoroge [2019] KEHC 2883 (KLR)

  ✦ The court dismissed the appeal, finding that the appellant failed to prove the case on a balance of probabilities.

  [2019] KEHC 2883 (KLR) High Court of Kenya 31 October 2019

• David Nderitu Wambugu v Republic [2019] KEHC 3159 (KLR)

  ✦ The court granted the application with conditions, including the release of the vehicle to the applicant and maintenance requirements.

  [2019] KEHC 3159 (KLR) High Court of Kenya 31 October 2019

• Republic v Collins Wafula Makali [2019] KEHC 3103 (KLR)

  ✦ The accused is found guilty of murder.

  [2019] KEHC 3103 (KLR) High Court of Kenya 31 October 2019

• Moses S. Mwatembo v Moses S. Mwatembo [2019] KEHC 3102 (KLR)

  ✦ Claimant was constructively dismissed and dismissal was unlawful and unfair.

  [2019] KEHC 3102 (KLR) High Court of Kenya 31 October 2019

• Republic v Francis Muse & 2 others [2019] KEHC 3064 (KLR)

  ✦ The accused are released on bail pending trial.

  [2019] KEHC 3064 (KLR) High Court of Kenya 31 October 2019

• Nicoma Construction Co. Ltd v Ken South Plastic Co. Ltd & 2 others [2019] KEHC 2994 (KLR)

  ✦ The court set aside the consent order and granted a stay of execution of the decree.

  [2019] KEHC 2994 (KLR) High Court of Kenya 31 October 2019

• In re Estate Wilfrida Nyamori (Deceased) [2019] KEHC 2394 (KLR)

  ✦ The court is satisfied that the Objector has made out a case for revocation of the grant issued to the Petitioner.

  [2019] KEHC 2394 (KLR) High Court of Kenya 31 October 2019

• Malika Mutune & Cynthia Wanza Kisilu v Mutiso Mutua [2019] KEHC 3163 (KLR)

  ✦ The respondent is granted leave to appeal out of time and a stay of execution pending the filing and hearing of the appeal.

  [2019] KEHC 3163 (KLR) High Court of Kenya 31 October 2019

• Republic v Dismas Wamalwa Mulunda [2019] KEHC 2846 (KLR)

  ✦ The court finds the prosecution did not prove the case beyond reasonable doubt and acquits the accused of murder.

  [2019] KEHC 2846 (KLR) High Court of Kenya 31 October 2019

• Maria Lerampae Supullo v Republic [2019] KEHC 2809 (KLR)

  ✦ The default sentence of five years imprisonment is unlawful and is set aside.

  [2019] KEHC 2809 (KLR) High Court of Kenya 31 October 2019

• In re Estate of M’mwirichia Nderi (Deceased) [2019] KEHC 3166 (KLR)

  ✦ The application for appointment of Nanis Munyange Mworia as administrator is allowed. A fresh grant is issued to Nanis Munyange Mworia and Caroline Makena Murerwa as joint administrators of the estate.

  [2019] KEHC 3166 (KLR) High Court of Kenya 31 October 2019

• Republic v Charles Kungu Gacheru [2019] KEHC 285 (KLR)

  ✦ The court finds that the accused caused the deceased's death but malice aforethought has not been established, and convicts the accused of manslaughter.

  [2019] KEHC 285 (KLR) High Court of Kenya 31 October 2019

• David Gichuru M’arithi v Republic (Petition 177 of 2018) [2019] KEHC 3091 (KLR) (31 October 2019) (Ruling)

  ✦ The death sentence is affirmed

  [2019] KEHC 3091 (KLR) High Court of Kenya 31 October 2019

• Republic v Daniel Kanywira Mwangi [2019] KEHC 1420 (KLR)

  ✦ The accused is found guilty of murder contrary to Section 203 of the Penal Code

  [2019] KEHC 1420 (KLR) High Court of Kenya 31 October 2019

• In re Estate of Manasse Olang Oriewo (Deceased) [2019] KEHC 2299 (KLR)

  ✦ The court finds that the Petitioner and Objector should share equally the land parcels KISUMU/CHIGA/428 and KISUMU/MUHORONI/863.

  [2019] KEHC 2299 (KLR) High Court of Kenya 31 October 2019

• Charles Irungu Ndung’u v Republic [2019] KEHC 2742 (KLR)

  ✦ The death sentence is varied to a 21-year custodial sentence, and the petitioner is released.

  [2019] KEHC 2742 (KLR) High Court of Kenya 31 October 2019

• NK Brothers v Gilbert Omerkul [2019] KEHC 11903 (KLR)

  ✦ The Appellant's appeal is dismissed with costs to the Respondent.

  [2019] KEHC 11903 (KLR) High Court of Kenya 31 October 2019

• Republic v Gideon Ndiwa Kabunje [2019] KEHC 3085 (KLR)

  ✦ The accused is convicted of manslaughter and sentenced to seven (7) years imprisonment with terms and conditions as outlined.

  [2019] KEHC 3085 (KLR) High Court of Kenya 31 October 2019

• JOO v Republic [2019] KEHC 2600 (KLR)

  ✦ The Appellant should be sentenced under Section 191 of the Children’s Act No. 8 of 2001, as he was a minor in law at the time of the offence.

  [2019] KEHC 2600 (KLR) High Court of Kenya 31 October 2019

• In re Estate of Ramadhan Kweyu Amulabu (Deceased) [2019] KEHC 2832 (KLR)

  ✦ The court declines to confirm the appointment of Rukia Ashioya Kweyu as co-administratrix and appoints Lydia Namusia Silas and Jane Njeri Njenga as administratrices.

  [2019] KEHC 2832 (KLR) High Court of Kenya 31 October 2019

• Republic v Johnson Kirim Gituma [2019] KEHC 2894 (KLR)

  ✦ The death sentence is set aside, and the accused is sentenced to five (5) years imprisonment.

  [2019] KEHC 2894 (KLR) High Court of Kenya 31 October 2019

• In re Estate of Edward Tini Gudi (Deceased) [2019] KEHC 2748 (KLR)

  ✦ The motor vehicle and funds will be held in trust for the minors until they reach 18 years.

  [2019] KEHC 2748 (KLR) High Court of Kenya 31 October 2019

• Republic v Andrew Njagi Gichobi [2019] KEHC 2905 (KLR)

  ✦ The accused is found guilty of murder and sentenced to 30 years imprisonment.

  [2019] KEHC 2905 (KLR) High Court of Kenya 31 October 2019

• Nicholas Ombija v Nairobi Star Publishers Ltd & another [2019] KEHC 11908 (KLR)

  ✦ The Plaintiff's claim against the 1st Defendant was merited, and judgment was entered in favor of the Plaintiff for Kshs 1,000,000/= general damages plus interest and costs of the suit. The Plaintiff's suit against the 2nd Defendant was dismissed.

  [2019] KEHC 11908 (KLR) High Court of Kenya 31 October 2019

• Joseph Ochieng Onyango v Republic [2019] KEHC 2702 (KLR)

  ✦ The conviction is quashed and the sentence set aside

  [2019] KEHC 2702 (KLR) High Court of Kenya 31 October 2019