Kenyan President Uhuru Kenyatta has announced a minimum wage increase of 12 percent with effect from yesterday 1st May 2022, to cushion workers against further erosion of their purchasing power.Noting that for over three years there has been no review of the minimum wages while the cost of living has increased with inflation ranging between 5 to 6 percent annually, Kenyatta said his government has found it necessary to increase the minimum wages.“In that regard, and in full appreciation of the critical contribution of workers to the economy; following the recommendation of various stakeholders; as a caring Government, we find…
LABOUR DAY: Kenyatta Announces 12% Minimum Wage Increase for Kenyan Workers

Kenyan President Uhuru Kenyatta. He notes that for over three years there has been no review of the minimum wages while the cost of living.



