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Hiring a House Help in Kenya Legally: Contracts, Wages and NSSF

Your obligations as an employer and why a written contract protects both sides.

You are an employer

Employing domestic staff creates legal obligations under the Employment Act: written terms, minimum wage, leave and statutory deductions.

NSSF and NHIF apply. Handling these correctly protects you from claims and gives your employee access to healthcare.

National ID verification, police clearance and two contactable references. Do this before, not after.

Do I need a contract for a house help in Kenya?

Yes. Written terms are required under the Employment Act.

What is the minimum wage?

It is set by regulation and revised periodically. Check the current gazetted rate for domestic workers.