The National Social Security Fund (NSSF) has announced new contribution rates effective February 2026, marking the start of Year 4 under the NSSF Act. Employers and workers are advised to adjust their contributions accordingly, following the Fund's 8th Annual General Meeting (AGM).

• Under Tier 1, employees and employers will each contribute Sh540 monthly, totaling Sh1,080 per worker. For Tier 2, contributions will be up to Sh5,940 each, with a combined maximum of Sh11,880. The overall maximum monthly contribution per employee is Sh12,960.
• The NSSF Managing Trustee/CEO, David Koross, emphasized the importance of continued saving for enhanced benefits.
• The NSSF reported a 17 percent net interest for members for the 2024/2025 financial year, and employers must remit contributions by the 9th of each following month to avoid penalties.