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May 2, 2026
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Atwoli Issues Notice to Employers After Ruto Orders Payslip Adjustments

Atwoli Issues Notice to Employers After Ruto Orders Payslip Adjustments

The clarification comes amid public debate over the structure of the wage changes, with labour unions backing the move while employers raise concerns over implementation...

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Central Organisation of Trade Unions (COTU) Secretary General Francis Atwoli has clarified President William Ruto's directive for a 12% wage increase, urging employers to comply. Atwoli stressed this is a general wage adjustment, not a minimum wage hike.

  • A 12% general wage increase for all Kenyan workers.
  • Key individuals: Francis Atwoli (COTU Secretary General) and Jacqueline Mugo (Federation of Kenya Employers - FKE Executive Director).
  • Atwoli warned employers against misinterpreting or resisting the directive, emphasizing it applies to all workers, not just minimum wage earners.

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