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Kenyans' Salaries Revealed: 66% Earn Less Than Ksh50,000

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Nyakundi Report

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This archive report was first published on 22 October 2019.

According to a survey by BrighterMonday, a talent recruitment agency, the average Kenyan salary is a cause for concern.

Released on October 22, 2019, the survey ranked Safaricom, EABL, and UN as the top 100 companies to work for in Kenya.

However, the findings also revealed a stark reality: only 5% of Kenyans earn more than Ksh200,000, while a staggering 66% earn less than Ksh50,000.

Furthermore, the survey found that most entrepreneurs or business owners are between the ages of 25-35, closely followed by 18-24-year-olds.

This trend is not surprising, given the high unemployment rates in Kenya. Many young people have turned to entrepreneurship as a means of survival.

For more information on the survey's findings, including age demographics and what makes a good company, click on the link below:

BrighterMonday Kenya – Best 100 Report 2019

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