County Govts of Turkana, Homa Bay Announce Salary Increase for Employees

County Govts of Turkana, Homa Bay Announce Salary Increase for Employees

Nairobi, Kenya – County government employees in Turkana and Homa Bay have received a major boost after the two administrations announced the implementation of a salary increase beginning with the February 2026 payroll.

In separate notices issued on Monday, February 23, both counties confirmed that staff salaries had been adjusted in line with the 3rd Salary Review conducted by the Salaries and Remuneration Commission (SRC).

Homa Bay County Announcement

In Homa Bay, County Head of Public Service Bernard Muok informed staff that their February payslips reflected the new salary structure following the SRC review.

“This is to inform all staff that the February 2026 payslips reflect an increase in salaries following the implementation of the 3rd Salary Review by SRC,” Muok stated.

He explained that the adjustments were part of national government policy directives aimed at boosting the earnings of county government workers. Employees were advised to review their payslips and contact the Directorate of Human Resource Management and Development for clarification if necessary.

“The adjustments form part of the approved National Government policy directives and have now been applied accordingly. Staff are therefore advised to review their February 2026 payslips to note the changes,” the notice added.

Turkana County Implementation

Similarly, Turkana County Government confirmed that the approved salary review for the 2024/2025 financial year had now been effected, with the revised pay structure taking effect from February 2026.

“This is to inform all the County staff that the approved salary review as advised by the Salaries and Remuneration Commission (SRC) for 2024/2025 has been implemented with effect from February 2026,” read part of Turkana County’s notice.

In an internal memo issued by the Office of the County Secretary, Turkana emphasized that the adjustments were being implemented in line with SRC circulars and applicable public service remuneration guidelines.

“The Turkana County Government remains committed to ensuring compliance with Salaries and Remuneration Commission guidelines and enhancing staff welfare,” the memo added.

Relief for County Workers

The announcement offers long-awaited relief to thousands of county government employees who had been anticipating the implementation of the revised salary structure. Many workers had expressed concerns over delays in the rollout, particularly given rising living costs and inflationary pressures.

The SRC periodically reviews remuneration and benefits for public officers to ensure compliance with the law, sustainability within the wage bill, and fairness across different cadres of government service. The 3rd Salary Review is part of ongoing reforms aimed at harmonizing pay structures and improving morale among public servants.

Broader Context

The implementation of the salary adjustments in Turkana and Homa Bay comes at a time when several counties are grappling with financial constraints and wage bill pressures. Analysts note that adherence to SRC guidelines is critical to maintaining fiscal discipline while ensuring fair compensation for workers.

The move is expected to set a precedent for other counties yet to implement the review, reinforcing the importance of aligning county remuneration policies with national directives.

Conclusion

With the February 2026 payroll reflecting the new salary structures, employees in Turkana and Homa Bay counties are set to benefit from improved earnings. The implementation underscores the role of the SRC in safeguarding fair remuneration while balancing sustainability within Kenya’s public wage bill.

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County Govts of Turkana, Homa Bay Announce Salary Increase for Employees