When a matrimonial home is sold without a spouse’s consent, whose rights truly matter the registered owner or the partner who contributed behind the scenes?
The Court of Appeal’s recent decision in Resma Commercial Agencies v Ngattah highlights this enduring tension in Kenyan property law. It’s a powerful reminder that fairness and formal ownership don’t always align, and that the law must balance both. This article by provides valuable insight into the case.
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