How long is parental leave in Kenya?

In Kenya, parental leave varies depending on the situation:

• Employees who are adopting a child are entitled to 1 month of pre-adoptive leave with full pay from the date the child is placed in their continuous care and control.
• For female employees, if the adoption involves childbirth through surrogacy, the leave entitlement is the same as maternity leave.
• Male employees are entitled to paternity leave.

What is the process for applying for paternity leave in Kenya?

To apply for paternity leave in Kenya, a supported employee must provide at least 7 days of written notice.

How long is maternity leave in Kenya?

A female supported employee in Kenya is entitled to 3 months of maternity leave with full pay, as per the Employment Act.

How is maternity leave payment calculated in Kenya?

In Kenya, while on maternity leave, female employees receive their normal salary. The Social Health Authority (SHA) is responsible for covering the employees' expenses related to maternity costs.

What is the process for applying for maternity leave in Kenya?

To apply for maternity leave in Kenya, the employee is required to provide at least 7 days of written notice.

How long is the paternity leave in Kenya?

Male supported employees in Kenya are entitled to 2 weeks of paternity leave with full pay upon the birth of a child, as stipulated under the Employment Act.

What are the eligibility rules for paternity leave in Kenya?

In Kenya, to be eligible for paternity leave, the supported employee must:

• Provide written notice at least 7 days in advance, or a shorter period if reasonable under the circumstances, before the expected date of delivery of the baby.
• Produce a birth certificate that clearly indicates their paternity.

How is paternity leave payment calculated in Kenya?

In Kenya, paternity leave payment for male employees is calculated by paying the employee their normal salary during the period of paternity leave. There is no additional payment provided for this leave.