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May 9, 2026
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Employers Raise Concerns After Govt Effects Payslip Changes for Workers

Employers Raise Concerns After Govt Effects Payslip Changes for Workers

The federation of employers called on all stakeholders to embrace respectful dialogue and avoid actions that could undermine harmonious labour relations...

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Employers in Kenya are expressing deep concerns about the country's deteriorating business climate and high tax burden following the government's announcement of significant wage increases.

  • The Federation of Kenya Employers (FKE) has called on the government to improve the ease of doing business, citing rising operational costs and statutory obligations impacting competitiveness and job creation.
  • Key figures include a 12 per cent increase in general minimum wages and a 15 per cent increase for agricultural workers, implemented by Labour Cabinet Secretary Alfred Mutua on Thursday, May 7.
  • The FKE emphasized the need for policies that protect jobs and promote investment, while advocating for wage adjustments to be handled through established labor institutions like the National Labour Board.

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