MUHUTUKAZI v. MEGERWA S.A
The dismissal of Muhutukazi was based on a legitimate motive (removal of a parcel without authorization) and she was given an opportunity to defend herself in writing, as required by law at the time. Therefore, her dismissal was not unfair and she is not entitled to damages for unfair dismissal. Claims for extra hours and annual gratification were denied due to lack of authorization and not meeting eligibility criteria. Vested rights were not awarded as her salary was increased under a new contract. She was awarded compensation for acting as DAF and reimbursement of Social Security deduction,…
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- Termination of employment
- Unfair dismissal
- Employment contract
- Compensation for extra hours
- Annual gratification
- Vested rights