Payroll 18 min
The Complete Guide to Payroll Compliance in Kenya
Everything you need to know about PAYE, NSSF, NHIF/SHA, Housing Levy, and NITA contributions — including calculation examples and filing deadlines.
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Practical guides for Kenyan employers
In-depth guides on payroll, compliance, HR management and people operations, written for African businesses.
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HR Setup 22 min
Setting Up Your HR Function from Scratch
A step-by-step guide for founders and HR managers starting an HR function at a growing company — from policies to systems to compliance.
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Compliance 15 min
Kenya Employment Act 2007: What Every Employer Must Know
A practical guide to the Employment Act — covering contracts, working hours, termination procedures, and employee rights.
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Payroll 10 min
Understanding NSSF Act 2013 Contributions
Breakdown of new NSSF rates, Tier I and Tier II contributions, and how to process them correctly.
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Recruitment 12 min
Building a Great Candidate Experience
How to design a recruitment process that attracts top talent and reflects well on your employer brand.
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Performance 14 min
Running Effective Performance Reviews
A practical framework for structured performance conversations that drive growth, not anxiety.
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Offboarding 9 min
Employee Offboarding Best Practices
How to handle resignations, terminations, and final payments in compliance with Kenyan employment law.
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Data Protection 16 min
ODPC Compliance for HR Managers
How to ensure your HR processes comply with Kenya's Data Protection Act 2019 — including what data you can collect and how long to keep it.
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HR Setup 11 min
Creating a Leave Policy That Works
How to design fair, compliant leave policies that meet statutory requirements and support employee wellbeing.
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