Expert insights on Kenyan payroll, HR best practices, labour law, and workforce management.
Browse our full library of HR and payroll articles. Topics range from Kenya-compliant payroll processing and PAYE calculations to leave management, employee onboarding, and statutory deductions including NSSF, SHIF, and Housing Levy. Written for HR managers and business owners across Kenya.
SmartHR Kenya's blog is written for HR professionals, payroll administrators, and business owners managing teams across Kenya. Our articles draw on Kenya's Employment Act, current KRA and NSSF regulations, and real experience helping businesses run compliant HR operations. Use the category filters above to find articles relevant to your role and industry.
Managing field teams in Kenya? Learn how GPS attendance tracking eliminates buddy punching, improves accountability, and simplifies payroll for distributed workforces.
Starting a new business in Kenya? Here is a step-by-step guide to setting up your payroll, registering with statutory bodies, and staying compliant from day one.
A complete breakdown of KRA PAYE tax bands for 2026, with calculation examples showing how much tax you pay at different salary levels.
The complete list of gazetted public holidays in Kenya for 2026. Essential reference for HR managers processing payroll, calculating overtime, and planning leave.
