All civil servants in Kenya will receive a salary increase starting in July, following an order from President William Ruto for a review of pay and allowances in the public service. Public Service Cabinet Secretary Geoffrey Ruku announced this decision during the Public Service Week celebrations at the Kenyatta International Convention Centre on June 23. The adjustments will apply to all public servants and will include major allowances in addition to basic pay.

The Salaries and Remuneration Commission (SRC) has established new regulations that mandate a four-year cycle for reviewing salaries and benefits for State and public officers in Kenya. These regulations, which were gazetted in June, outline the procedures for setting, reviewing, and implementing compensation for these officials.

More than 120 non-teaching staff at Makerere University are expressing frustration over a salary harmonisation exercise that they claim excluded them, despite the government allocating significant funds for pay alignment across public universities. The affected employees, which include Administrative Assistants, Laboratory Assistants, and Senior Clerical Officers, are seeking clarification on the matter, according to The Independent.

The Teachers Service Commission (TSC) has addressed concerns regarding lower take-home pay for thousands of teachers in June, which was attributed to increased Pay As You Earn (PAYE) deductions. Acting TSC Chief Executive Officer Evaleen Mitei provided clarification in a statement issued on June 24, explaining the reasons behind the unexpected salary reductions.

A Nigerian governor has announced the implementation of a permanent 13th-month salary for civil servants in his state, which has led to widespread celebrations and commendations among the workforce, according to Legit.ng.

President William Ruto has announced a significant recruitment initiative in the education sector, stating that the government will hire 24,000 new teachers. This move is part of a broader effort to enhance the education system in the country, although further details on the implementation and timeline have not been disclosed.