NZAMUKOSHA vs MUGISHA

NZAMUKOSHA vs MUGISHA

There is no evidence that Mugisha Hakim encroached upon Nzamukosha Annonciata's land; cadastral measurements and investigation show no unlawful occupation. Therefore, Mugisha retains his property, and Nzamukosha's claims for removal of structures and compensation are dismissed.

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Citation
RS/INJUST/RC00014/2019/CA
Parties
Applicant: Nzamukosha Annonciata; Respondent: Mugisha Hakim
Court
Court of Appeal
Jurisdiction
Rwanda
Judgment Date
16 July 2021
Case Number
RS/INJUST/RC00014/2019/CA
Procedural Posture
Civil Appeal / Final Judgment
Outcome
applicant's claim dismissed
Legal Topics
Land Boundary Dispute, Execution of Judgments, Compensation, Legal Standing
Source Language
rw
Property Law Civil Procedure Land Boundary Dispute Execution of Judgments Compensation Legal Standing

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Parties

Nzamukosha Annonciata

Applicant

Mugisha Hakim

Respondent

Procedural Posture

Civil Appeal / Final Judgment

  1. 1 Whether Mugisha Hakim encroached upon Nzamukosha Annonciata's land
  2. 2 Whether Mugisha Hakim should remove structures allegedly built on Nzamukosha's land
  3. 3 Whether Nzamukosha is entitled to compensation and legal fees

Ratio Decidendi

There is no evidence that Mugisha Hakim encroached upon Nzamukosha Annonciata's land; cadastral measurements and investigation show no unlawful occupation. Therefore, Mugisha retains his property, and Nzamukosha's claims for removal of structures and compensation are dismissed.

Court Disposition

applicant's claim dismissed

Orders

  • Mugisha Hakim retains property as per official documents.
  • Nzamukosha Annonciata to pay Mugisha Hakim 1,000,000 Frw for legal fees and costs.