Payroll in Kenya, Simplified in 3 Minutes.

In this quick breakdown, we cover PAYE essentials and the monthly KRA remittance due by the 9th, SHIF replacing NHIF at 2.75% from employees under the Social Health Authority, NSSF at 12% split 6% employer and 6% employee, the Housing Levy at 1.5% for both sides via KRA, the NITA levy of KES 50 per month for employers, and WIBA insurance and why proof of cover matters during audits. We also flag key risks, including late filing penalties at 2% per month and potential director liability. Watch to stay compliant, credible, and audit-ready, whether you are hiring your first employee or scaling nationwide.

About Workforce Africa

Workforce Africa helps organisations seeking talent and business opportunities in Africa to succeed. Leveraging ~20 years at the intersection of HR and business, we truly understand the challenges organisations face while scaling across Africa — and the opportunities that arise when done successfully. ​ ​

From hiring to onboarding, payroll, benefits, compliance, offshoring and more — our solutions bring your talent initiatives to life – onsite, remote or distributed — so you can confidently build and support your team across Africa’s largest markets.​​