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Kenya's

Economic indicators

67

World ranked

Kenya ranks 67 in the world by current economic output

$107.4bn

Nominal GDP (US$)

GDP reflects the overall size and economic strength of the country's economy.

40

EMEA ranked

Kenya is ranked 40 in EMEA by economic output in the region

GDP growth (%)

GDP growth explained

The chart compares how GDP has grown for Kenya, its region, and the world over the last seven years. Positive growth indicates an expanding economy; negative growth may signal contraction and affect hiring activity.

6.6%

Current rate

▼ 1.1% reduction

Inflation represents the rate at which prices rise and purchasing power diminishes. High inflation may prompt employees to seek higher wages, potentially impacting company profitability and hiring strategies.

Kenya's inflation rate

3 months

Maternity leave

Maternity Leave: 3 months paid at 100% salary, non-extendable. Paternity Leave: 2 weeks paid at 100% salary, non-extendable. Kenya has no parental leave law.

30 days

Sick leave

Employees get 30 days' full-pay sick leave after 2 months with a company, then 15 days' half-pay annually. Some employers offer a minimum of 14 days depending on the employee's category.

Cost of living

Cost of living index explained

The cost of living has a direct impact on salary expectations and the competitiveness of compensation packages. It can influence the appeal of certain locations for both employers and candidates.

Kenya's

Labor market

Kenya vs world population age distribution

47.6m

Population

Kenya has a population of about 47.6m. The chart compares its age distribution with the world average—useful context for workforce size and long-term hiring demand.

13 days

Minimum annual holidays

Minimum annual holidays reflect mandated leave. Hiring in countries with high allowances (over 25 days) may require emphasizing work-life balance when recruiting.

45 hrs

Average working full time week

Overtime is mandatory pay for junior staff for hours beyond standard work hours. Senior staff salaries may include expected overtime. Maximum work is 52 hours/week, with overtime pay at 1.5x on regular days and 2x on holidays. Standard hours are 8 per day, 40 per week.

5.7%

Current percentage

▼ 0.1% reduction

Kenya has an unhealthy unemployment rate, suggesting there may be some economic or structural challenges . Between 2022 and 2023, there was a small decrease in unemployment, suggesting continued economic stability with a slight improvement in job availability

Unemployment rate

Kenya's

Top performing companies and industries

Top industries

  • agriculture
  • services
  • manufacturing

Ratio of males to females (by age)

75 / 72

Male

[ "In Kenya there is a low gap in participation rates between males and females, indicating a relatively balanced workforce particpation often reflective of strong gender equality policies or cultural norms supportive of equal gender parity." ]

Kenya's

Religion and ethnicity

Religion

In religiously diverse countries, a broad sourcing and engagement approach whilst appealing to inclusive practices resonates with this candidate market. In homogeneous environments, understanding dominant cultural norms is often more important when engaging with talent.

Ethnicity

In ethnically diverse countries, there may be a greater variety of candidates with different cultural backgrounds. Employers may need to focus more on inclusive hiring practices to attract talent from across different ethnic groups.