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RDB is not liable for damages because Munyaneza Jean Paul committed the crime intentionally for personal reasons, outside the direct scope of his employment duties, and not in pursuit of the employer's interests. Liability for damages attaches only when the employee acts within assigned functions and for the employer's benefit.
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SORAS AG Ltd is contractually obligated to indemnify M.T.S. Ltd for the insured vehicles destroyed by fire, as the insurance contract did not exclude liability for acts of employees of the insured or its directors. Kayibanda Joseph is not vicariously liable because the employee acted outside the scope of employment and for personal reasons. Joint liability between SORAS AG Ltd and Nzayirata Donat is improper as the insurance claim is contractual, not delictual. SORAS AG Ltd must pay damages, legal costs, and penalties for delayed payment as per the insurance contract and applicable law.
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Munyankumburwa Valens intentionally killed the victim by shooting after loading the weapon and ignoring explicit warnings, constituting murder under Article 311. The sentence of 10 years was already a reduction due to mitigating factors. Akarere ka Burera is liable for damages as the act occurred in the course of employment, even if performed improperly, and the pursuit of smugglers was within the scope of official duties.
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The Supreme Court held that Nzabandora could not recover damages from RRA over documents issued by an incompetent employee at his own request, but RRA won only partial relief on its cross-appeal.
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