In re MDK (Miscellaneous Case E127 of 2026) [2026] KEHC 5135 (KLR) (14 April 2026) (Ruling)

The Applicant, as the subject's daughter, is closely related and has demonstrated the subject's incapacity through medical evidence and family consents. The court is satisfied that the appointment is in the subject's best interests and necessary for his care and estate management.

Citation: [2026] KEHC 5135 (KLR)
Parties: Applicant: MSK; Subject: MDK; Wife of Subject: SNK
Court: High Court
Jurisdiction: Kenya
Judgment Date: 14 April 2026
Case Number: Miscellaneous Case E127 of 2026
Procedural Posture: Miscellaneous Application (mental Health) / Ruling on Application for Appointment of Guardian and Manager
Outcome: Application allowed
Legal Topics: Guardianship, Management of Estate, Mental Incapacity
Source Language: English

Mental Health Law Family Law Guardianship Management of Estate Mental Incapacity

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Parties

MSK

Applicant

MDK

Subject

SNK

Wife of Subject

Procedural Posture

Miscellaneous Application (mental Health) / Ruling on Application for Appointment of Guardian and Manager

Legal Issues

1 Whether the Applicant should be appointed guardian and manager of the estate of the subject

Ratio Decidendi

Court Disposition

Application allowed

Orders

Applicant, Mumbi Sonia Kagombe, appointed as guardian and manager of MDK and his estate.
Manager authorized to operate Family Bank, Kenyatta Avenue Branch, Account Number 0XXXXXXXXX39 and manage investment portfolios.