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Oral vs written contracts: risks employers and employee’s underestimate
The law guiding employment issues in Kenya is the Employment Act (“the Act”). Section 8 of the Act provides that it relates to both oral and written contracts. Under Section 10(5) of the Act, it is the duty of the employer to keep particulars relating to an employee for a period of 5 years after termination from employment. Where there is no written agreement, the burden of proving or disproving any alleged term of employment shall be on the employer.
Employee Leave Entitlements in Kenya: Legal Framework, Practice, and Jurisprudence
Employee leave entitlements in Kenya are a core component of fair labour practices, ensuring that employees have adequate time for rest, health and personal responsibilities without risking their employment. These rights are principally governed by the Employment Act, 2007 and the Regulation of Wages (General) Order, 1982 and its subsequent amendments, and interpreted through case law and jurisprudence set therein. Together, these sources establish minimum standards while allowing employers to implement more progressive policies.
Beyond the Paycheck: How to Attract Top Talent Without Inflating Costs
The 2026 Kenyan job market is undergoing a fundamental restructuring. While a competitive salary remains the baseline, high-caliber talent especially Gen Z and Millennials are increasingly prioritizing “quality of life” and “career trajectory” over a slightly higher net pay.
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Why good policies still fail in practice
A well-written policy can be logically sound, ethically defensible, legally compliant, and supported by strong evidence, yet still fail to produce the intended outcomes once it meets the real world. This gap between policy design and policy results is not usually caused by a single mistake. It is more often a chain of small breakdowns across people, systems, incentives, resources, politics, and day-to-day operations.
Oral vs written contracts: risks employers and employee’s underestimate
The law guiding employment issues in Kenya is the Employment Act (“the Act”). Section 8 of the Act provides that it relates to both oral and written contracts. Under Section 10(5) of the Act, it is the duty of the employer to keep particulars relating to an employee for a period of 5 years after termination from employment. Where there is no written agreement, the burden of proving or disproving any alleged term of employment shall be on the employer.
HR Policies Every Employer in Kenya Should Have and Why They Matter
Every organization in Kenya, regardless of size, needs clear HR policies to stay compliant with the law, make consistent people decisions, and build a healthy workplace culture. Well-written policies reduce disputes, guide managers, protect employees, and help the organization respond fairly when issues arise.
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