This archive report was first published on 11 May 2020.
Published on May 11, 2020, the Covid-19 pandemic has brought unprecedented challenges to the employment sector, with employers struggling to balance business continuity with worker safety and well-being.
Many businesses have been forced to take drastic measures, including terminating employment and declaring redundancies, to stay afloat.
However, such measures should be a last resort to avoid exacerbating hopelessness among Kenyans as the pandemic worsens.
Kenya Ports Authority (KPA), the main sponsor of Bandari Football Club, has set a positive example by prioritizing the welfare of its players.
By Sunday, all the players had received their full salaries, providing a much-needed boost during these difficult times.
As sporting activities grind to a halt in many countries, including Kenya, KPA's commitment to its employees stands out as a beacon of good corporate citizenship.
It is hoped that the same goodwill will be extended to KPA's men's and women's basketball teams in the national league, who are struggling to make ends meet.
