Managing payroll can be one of the most stressful parts of running a business—especially in East Africa. Whether you're in Somalia, Uganda, Tanzania, or Kenya, the challenges are the same: calculating accurate salaries, deducting the right taxes, issuing payslips on time, and maintaining clean employee records.
In 2025, some Kenyan counties paid millions to ghost workers and retirees—52 staff even shared one bank account. It’s like Netflix password sharing... but payroll fraud.
While Kenyans are tightening belts over the rising cost of living, some counties are leaking millions through outdated...
Let’s face it — many Kenyan offices are still managing employee data like it’s 1995. Manila folders, Excel sheets named "HR-Latest-Final-New-VeryFinal.xlsx", and HR desks that look more like archives than workstations.
In many Kenyan offices, leave management is the silent struggle nobody wants to admit. It seems simple: request time off, get it approved, and move on. But somehow, it turns into a tangled mess of forgotten emails, misplaced forms, and endless follow-ups. “Tulichora kwa diary,” they’ll say...
Let’s not lie – SHA came in like a thunderstorm on a sunny day. One minute we had NHIF (with all its imperfections), and the next, we’re being told we’re now part of SHA – whether we like it or not. While everyone was still trying...
“Technological opportunities have the undeniable power to change lives and businesses.”
— President William Ruto
Payroll isn’t just another admin task. It’s the lifeline of your employees and a critical function in maintaining compliance. Yet, many Kenyan businesses are still stuck using manual...
The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has announced a significant opportunity for taxpayers with outstanding tax liabilities. Through the Tax Procedures (Amendment) Act, 2024, a tax amnesty has been introduced on interest, penalties, or fines on tax debt accrued up to 31st December, 2023. This amnesty program is designed to provide...
Simplifying Tax Filing: A Guide to Filing KRA iTax Returns Online
The iTax online platform has revolutionized tax filing in Kenya, making it more convenient for taxpayers to fulfill their tax responsibilities. Whether you're an individual taxpayer, a business owner, or someone without a steady income, the...
Managing casual workers can be a logistical challenge for businesses of all sizes. From keeping track of attendance to calculating payments, the traditional methods of paper registers and manual calculations often lead to inefficiencies and errors. FaidiHR’s Casual Management System is here to revolutionize how businesses handle casual labor, combining...
Expanding your business into Kenya? Hiring the right talent is crucial, but navigating local labor laws, payroll regulations, and compliance requirements can be a challenge. That’s where Employer of Record (EOR) services come in. An EOR acts as the legal employer on behalf of businesses, managing payroll,...
