FINCA TANZANIA LIMITED VERSUS HASSAN LOLILA. CIVIL APPLICATION NO. 165/18 OF 2021

Abstract

In this application the applicant, represented by Ms. Stella Manongi, learned counsel by way of notice of motion filed on 9th April, 2021 under Rule 63(3) of the Tanzania Court of Appeal Rules, 2009 (the Rules) is seeking restoration of Civil Application No. 276/18 of 2019 for extension of time within which the applicant shall lodge notice of appeal. This follows a dismissal order (Levira, J.) dated 11th February, 2020. The notice of motion has been supported by sworn affidavit of Ms. Stella Manongi wherein, the reasons for the applicant's failure to appear on the date of the hearing of the application have been indicated. The application was resisted by therespondent who submitted from the Bar since he did not file any affidavit in reply nor any written submission.