Further Affidavit – Kenya by wansom.ai

A Further Affidavit is a supplementary sworn statement used in Kenya when a deponent needs to provide additional facts, clarify earlier statements, or respond to new issues raised after filing an initial affidavit. It is jurisdiction-specific to Kenya and is governed by the Oaths and Statutory Declarations Act, Cap 15, as well as the procedural rules of Kenyan courts, including the Civil Procedure Rules and various tribunal regulations. This type of affidavit is commonly filed in civil matters, succession causes, constitutional petitions, judicial review applications, family disputes, and commercial litigation.

This document is designed for litigants, administrators, respondents, applicants, and witnesses who must place new evidence or explanations before the court that were not included in their original affidavit. It is especially useful when new facts emerge, when the opposing party raises allegations requiring a response, or when the court directs a party to clarify certain issues. A Further Affidavit typically includes a reference to the initial affidavit, a structured presentation of the additional facts, and supporting documents such as letters, receipts, official records, or correspondence.

Courts often rely on further affidavits to ensure that all relevant facts are properly disclosed so that matters can be determined fairly and substantively. The affidavit must be sworn before a Commissioner for Oaths or Magistrate and must comply with formal requirements, including proper identification of the deponent and clear, truthful statements. This makes the Further Affidavit an essential legal tool in Kenya for strengthening a party’s case, addressing contested issues, or providing complete and updated evidence as proceedings evolve.