Civil Appeal No. 126 of 2020 – Land Ownership & Contract Validity
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This case involves a dispute over the rightful ownership of a suit property following an auction sale in execution of a decree. The Court of Appeal of Tanzania set aside the High Court decision after finding that the appellant had signed a contract under questionable circumstances, including lack of legal representation and absence of compensation. The case emphasizes the principle that proof of free consent is crucial in determining contract validity.
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