Atwoli clarifies 12pc wage hike applies to all workers, not just minimum wage earners
COTU SG Francis Atwoli says the 12pc wage increase is a general salary adjustment for all workers, not just minimum wage earners, following President Ruto’s Labour Day announcement...
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Central Organization of Trade Union (COTU) Secretary General Francis Atwoli has clarified that the recently announced 12 per cent wage increase applies broadly to all workers, not just those earning the minimum wage.
- A 12 per cent general wage increase is intended for all employees, while a separate 15 per cent increase applies to minimum wage earners.
- Key figures involved include Francis Atwoli and President William Ruto.
- The adjustment aims to address stagnant pay for many workers over the years despite economic growth.
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Workers Demand Fulfillment of Promises on Labour Day - May 2026
Kenya's Labour Day celebrations were marred by widespread discontent as teachers and healthcare workers expressed frustration over unfulfilled promises and delayed reforms. Central Organisation of Trade Unions (COTU) Secretary General Francis Atwoli has clarified that the recently announced 12 per cent wage increase applies broadly to all workers, not just those earning the minimum wage, and has outlined its implications for Kenyan workers. Archbishop Anthony Muheria of the Catholic Archdiocese of Nyeri has criticized President William Ruto over unfulfilled promises to the nation, while teachers and healthcare workers have expressed frustration over reforms that are delayed and agreements that remain unfulfilled.
