The Teachers Service Commission (TSC) has acknowledged a payroll system error that triggered adjustments in Pay As You Earn (PAYE) deductions in the June 2026 payroll, following concerns raised by teachers across the country. In a statement dated June 24, 2026, the Commission explained that the changes emerged during the implementation of new tax exemptions
Kenyan teachers have raised concerns over their June pay slips, which reflected unexpected increases in Pay As You Earn (PAYE) tax deductions, with many complaining that they were not given any prior notice. A significant number of teachers have reported seeing their income tax go up by approximately Ksh 108 per month. According to union
National Treasury Cabinet Secretary (CS) John Mbadi has said the government is still considering changes to Pay As You Earn (PAYE) rates under the Finance Bill 2026. Speaking during a media briefing held on Monday, May 11, 2026, Mbadi said the proposal to increase the tax-free monthly income threshold from Ksh 24,000 to Ksh 30,000
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