April 12, 2023
Kenya: Medics in 40 Counties Issues Seven-Day Strike Notice Over Delayed Salaries
Medical union and associations have issued a seven-day strike notice over delayed payment of medics' salaries in close to 40 counties. Read more »
April 11, 2023
Kenya: President Ruto Insists Govt Won't Borrow Money to Pay Wages, Situation Under Control
President William Ruto says the government will not borrow money to pay public servants wages even as he insisted that the situation is under control. Read more »
Kenya: Don't Dare Retrench Public Servants, Azimio Tell President Ruto
The Azimio La Umoja One Kenya Coalition has vehemently opposed the move by the government to retrench public servants as a mechanism to reduce the huge wage bill. Read more »
April 10, 2023
Kenya: Expect Further Delays in Salaries, Treasury Cabinet Secretary Ndung'u Warns Civil Servants
National Treasury Cabinet Secretary Njuguna Ndung'u has warned of a looming delay in processing of salaries for civil servants. Read more »
March 29, 2023
Kenya: Kenya Has Rich Human Capital for the World Market, President Ruto Says
Kenya has one of the world's finest human capital, President William Ruto has said. Read more »
March 28, 2023
Kenya: More Women in Kenya Are Employed Than Men - Gender Equality and Social Inclusion Report
A recent report by the Gender Equality and Social Inclusion (GESI) organization shows that 88pc of Kenyan women work in the informal sector. Read more »
March 10, 2023
Kenya: Old Mutual Increases Maternity, Paternity Leaves for Women and Men
Old Mutual Kenya has increased maternity leave for staff to four months to create a conducive working environment and promote gender equality, among other things. Read more »
March 07, 2023
Kenya: Kibera Fashion Week Takes the Stage At the Bob Hawke Prime Ministerial Centre Australia
Kibera Fashion Week, an innovative initiative that showcases the beauty of Kibera, aims to challenge exploitative global supply chains and change the discourse around fashion from… Read more »
March 06, 2023
Kenya: President Ruto Declares Zero Tolerance to Sexual Exploitation of Women in Construction Sites
President William Ruto has declared zero tolerance to sexual exploitation of women working in construction sites. Read more »
March 03, 2023
Kenya: President Ruto Extends Term of Police Reforms Taskforce to Include NYS
President William Ruto has extended the term of Taskforce on Police Reforms by two months to include National Youth Service (NYS) terms and conditions. Read more »
Kenya: President Ruto Says Govt to Double NYS Intake to Reduce Unemployment
President William Ruto says his government will double the number of youths joining the National Youth Service (NYS) to reduce unemployment. Read more »
Africa: Five Key Areas That Africa Must Work On to Become a Global Leader
Without a shadow of a doubt, Africa has a huge potential of becoming a world leader on various aspects, ranging from economy, to technology, and culture. There are a number of… Read more »
February 27, 2023
Kenya: Court Lifts Injunction Stopping Media Council of Kenya Recruitment Exercise
The Employment and Labour Relations Court has lifted the injunction on the Media Council of Kenya (MCK) board selection committee pending a full hearing. Read more »
February 03, 2023
Kenya: Court Orders South African Retailer Massmart to Stop Victimizing Union Workers
The Employment and Labour Relations Court has warned South-African retailer MassMart against victimizing employees opting to join unions. Read more »
Kenya: Retired Civil Servants to Enjoy Post-Retirement Medical Insurance Scheme
The Principal Secretary State Department of Public Service Amos Gathecha has said that the government is in the process of actualizing a post-retirement medical insurance scheme… Read more »
February 02, 2023
Kenya: Npsc Proposes Sh30,000 Maternity Dress Allowance for Female Police Officers
The National Police Service Commission (NPSC) has proposed that female officers be given a Sh30,000 maternity dress allowance for every pregnancy under the current uniform… Read more »
February 01, 2023
Kenya: Kenya Prisons Service Wants Salaries Increased By 150%
The Kenya Prisons Service wants the basic salary of their members increased by 150 percent in their recommendations to the ex-Chief Justice David Maraga-led National taskforce on… Read more »
January 31, 2023
Kenya: Govt Unveils Plans to Accede the Establishment of a Green Growth Institute
The Government of Kenya has unveiled plans to accede to the establishment of a Global Green Growth Institute (GGGI) that will support green investments in the country. Read more »
Kenya: LSK Decries Few Women Rising to Power Despite Heavy Credentials
The Law Society of Kenya has decried the low number of women rising to powerful posts despite their credentials. Read more »
Kenya: Clinical Officers Issues 14-Day Strike Notice Over Posting of Interns
The Kenya Union of Clinical Officers (KUCO) has issued a 14 days strike notice following a delay in posting of clinical interns across the country. Read more »
January 20, 2023
Kenya: Kilifi Cashew Nut Firm On the Spot Over Workers Neglect
A nut processing firm in Kilifi County is on the spot over poor working conditions for workers. Read more »
December 26, 2022
Kenya: Governor Arati in Trouble for Delaying Doctors' Pay in Kisii
Medics in Kisii county have accused Governor Simba Arati for trading in falsehoods over their salaries with daily empty promises. Read more »
December 17, 2022
Kenya: Deadline for 2023 Teachers' Recruitment Extended
The Teachers Service Commission (TSC) has extended the deadline for the recruitment of teachers and teacher interns by an extra week. Read more »
December 15, 2022
Kenya: Govt to Partner With Private Sector to Create Jobs for the Youth
The Kenya Kwanza Government will partner with the private sector in keeping its promise to provide employment opportunities for the millions of youths around the country who are… Read more »
December 14, 2022
Kenya: Govt Asks Teachers to Be Realistic With Salary Hike Push
The government has asked teachers to be realistic in their new push to call for salary increment. Read more »