Thousands of teachers who supervised, invigilated, and marked the 2025 national examinations are expected to receive their delayed payments following the release of funds by the Treasury, according to Soko Directory.

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.

Samburu Governor Lati Lelelit has been accused of paying Sh60 million to eighty-three ghost workers between July 2024 and June 2025, with little evidence of their employment records. This situation has raised concerns regarding the financial management of Samburu's resources, as these payments were made from the county's strained coffers, according to Kenya Insights.

Uganda's initiative to require university degrees for primary school teachers aims to enhance the professionalism and quality of education. However, experts warn that without a clear transition plan, transparent re-grading, verified payroll adjustments, and ongoing funding, the reform may not succeed. Despite recent salary increases for some teachers, many degree-holding educators remain stuck on the low U7 and U6 salary scales, similar to those with only certificates, indicating a deeper structural issue.

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.