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Employer of Record (EOR) in Kenya

What you'll learn

Kenya Introduction

Kenya is a country in eastern Africa bordered by South Sudan, Ethiopia, Somalia, Uganda, Tanzania, and the Indian Ocean.

The country is famous for its wildlife reserves and scenic landscapes, containing snow-capped mountaintops, vast forests, fertile agricultural regions, arid and semi-arid areas, and absolute deserts. Kenya's economy is the largest in central and eastern Africa, with Nairobi the capitol of Nairobi serving as a major commercial hub.

Employment Terms

Kenya doesn't have one standard minimum wage, but several scales depending on a person’s job, skill, and where they work. It’s usually around KES 15,200 per month. The standard workweek is 40 hours with a maximum of 12 hours of overtime per week (52 hours total). Overtime is paid at 150% of regular salary.

Types of Leave

Parental Leave

Pregnant employees are entitled to 91 days of paid maternity at 100% of their regular salary, and fathers are entitled to 2 weeks of paid paternity leave. Parents who are getting ready to adopt a child are also eligible for 1 month of Pre-adoptive Leave at their full pay.

Sick Leave

Employees who have worked 2 months at their companies have the right to 14 days of sick leave each year. The first 7 days are paid at 100% of the salary and days 8-14 are paid at 50% of the salary.

Paid Leave

There are 13 public holidays in Kenya, and employees are entitled to at least 21 days of paid time off after completing 1 year at their company. Employees can also take Compassionate Leave in cases of bereavement, hospitalization of dependents, etc.

Termination Process

Process

If the employer is considering termination due to misconduct, performance, or incapacity, the employer first has to conduct a hearing where the employee has a right to a representative. After the hearing employers must provide a termination letter with justifications.

Notice Period

There is no notice required if the employee receives wages on a daily basis, but employers must give a 28-day notice if the employee is paid monthly. Employers can choose to give payment in lieu of notice.

Severance Pay

Unless the employee is terminated due to redundancy, there is no legal provision for severance payments. In cases of redundancy, the severance payment due is equal to 15 days of wages for each year of employment at the company.

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Overview

Language (s):
Swahili, English
Currency
Kenyan Shilling (KES)
Capital City:
Nairobi
Population:
56 Million
Cost of Living Rank:
99th
VAT (Valued Added Tax):
16%

Employer Taxes

7.5%+ KES 50

(estimated)

★  1.5% - National Housing Development Fund

★  6% - National Housing Development Fund

★  KES 50 - National Industrial Training Levy

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