Is there a statutory probationary period in Kenya and can it be extended or removed? Can the probationary period differ for various job titles or employment agreement types in Kenya?

In Kenya, the statutory probationary period is governed by Section 42(2) of the Employment Act. This law stipulates the following:

• The probationary period shall not exceed 6 months.
• It may be extended for an additional period of up to 6 months after deliberation with the employee.

This means the total duration of the probationary period cannot exceed an aggregate of 12 months.

What is Pebl's onboarding timeline in Kenya?

The onboarding timeline for Pebl in Kenya typically ranges from 2 days to 1 week. The exact duration depends on the number of changes requested and the availability of the supported employee.