Starting November 1, Kenya is implementing a 6% wage boost for employees.
After months of intense back-and-forth, the government, alongside trade unions and business leaders, finally reached a consensus. Employers were firm in their demand for the creation of the National Wages Council before any chatter about pay hikes could occur. Meeting them halfway, Dr. Mutua officially announced the formation of the council and others in different sectors, laying the groundwork for an orderly rollout of wage boosts.
Big news hit the streets—minimum wages are bumping up by 6% effective from October 12, 2024.…