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The DLHT proceeded ex parte without proof of proper service of summons on the appellants, violating their right to be heard and breaching principles of natural justice; thus, the proceedings and ex parte judgment are nullified.
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The High Court set aside a land tribunal judgment for procedural irregularities, including failure to start afresh after takeover and failure to consider assessors’ opinions.
The High Court granted leave to appeal to the Court of Appeal in a land matter, finding the applicant had shown an arguable issue about the use of assessors’ opinions.
The High Court dismissed a land appeal, holding that the appellant failed to plead and prove specific encroachment or boundaries, and that the tribunal properly evaluated the evidence.
The appeal was dismissed because the District Land & Housing Tribunal did not interfere with the Probate Court's jurisdiction, properly considered the evidence and assessors' opinions, did not improperly apply adverse possession, and the respondent proved ownership through customary inheritance. The appellant failed to establish that the disputed land was part of the deceased's estate subject to distribution.
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The High Court dismissed a land appeal challenging the sale of mortgaged property, holding that no valuation was legally required and the appellant had not proved irregularity.
The High Court dismissed a land appeal, holding that assessors’ written opinions were taken and read to the parties, and the tribunal complied with procedure.
No sufficient cause was shown for extension of time as the applicant failed to account for each day of delay and the alleged illegalities required long drawn arguments, thus not apparent on the face of the record.
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The Chairperson provided reasons for departing from assessors' opinion, and the evidence supported the respondent's claim of ownership. The appellant failed to prove his case to the required standard.
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The High Court allowed a land appeal after finding serious procedural irregularities, including missing assessors’ opinions and defective recording of evidence.
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