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Originally published by Capital Businessbusiness
July 3, 2026
4h ago
KPC asks court to throw out Zakhem’s Sh10.9bn claim
KPC says Zakhem's claim for $84.1 million—comprising $19 million in alleged unpaid contractual dues and $65.1 million in interest—is legally untenable because the issues were conclusively resolved through earlier litigation, negotiated settlements and a consent judgment...
✨ Key Highlights
The Kenya Pipeline Company (KPC) is asking the High Court to dismiss a Sh10.9 billion claim by contractor Zakhem International Construction, asserting that all disputes related to the Line 1 replacement project were settled.
- Zakhem is seeking approximately $84.1 million in alleged unpaid dues and interest.
- KPC argues that a September 2023 court-approved consent agreement and subsequent payments fully resolved all claims.
- KPC contends the new suit is barred by legal doctrines including res judicata, as similar claims were previously litigated or withdrawn.
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