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Periodical article Periodical article Leiden University catalogue Leiden University catalogue WorldCat catalogue WorldCat
Title:Defamation in East Africa
Author:Hodgin, R.W.
Year:1973
Periodical:Journal of African Law
Volume:17
Issue:1
Pages:66-93
Language:English
Geographic term:East Africa
Subject:defamation
Abstract:This article reviews the application of the English law of defamation in the East African countries (Uganda, Kenya, Tanzania) and assesses the possible contribution of the Kenya Defamation Act, 1970. Sections: 1. The received law - 2. The defamatory statement (Religion: Politics; General defamatory statements) - 3. The defences (Justification; Privilege; Fair comment; Apology; Unintentional defamation) - 4. Damages- Conclusions. Notes; Resume en français.
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