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Worker Rights & Fair Employment

Employment Rights

Summary

Know your basic employment rights in Kenya.

Employee Rights

Employment Act 2007 protects workers:

You Have Right To

  • Fair wages (at least minimum wage)
  • Safe working conditions
  • Written contract
  • Paid leave (minimum 21 days annually)
  • Maternity leave for women
  • Medical cover

Protection Against

  • Unfair dismissal
  • Discrimination based on gender, race, disability
  • Forced labor
  • Child labor

File a Complaint

Ministry of Labor: 0202 718 000