The Salaries and Remuneration Commission (SRC) determines and reviews the salary and benefits of the President of Kenya. Article 230(4)(a) of the Constitution of Kenya grants SRC the mandate to set remuneration for state officers at both the national and county levels.
The Third Remuneration and Benefits Review Cycle (covering financial years 2021/2022 to 2024/2025) establishes the current salary and benefits structure for the President.
Salary Structure for the President
The gross monthly salary for the President in FY 2023/2024 and 2024/2025 remains KES 1,443,750, structured as follows:
| Financial Year | Gross Monthly Salary (KES) | Basic Salary (KES) | House Allowance (KES) | Salary Market Adjustment (KES) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023/2024 | 1,443,750 | 866,250 | 350,000 | 227,500 |
| 2024/2025 | 1,443,750 | 866,250 | 350,000 | 227,500 |
Salary Market Adjustment ensures that the President’s salary aligns with market rates for executive positions of similar responsibility.
Additional Benefits for the President
1. Official Transport
- The President is provided with official transport in line with the government’s transport policy.
2. Medical Cover
The President, one spouse, and up to four children under 25 years receive the following annual medical benefits:
- Inpatient Cover: KES 10 million
- Outpatient Cover: KES 300,000
- Maternity Cover: KES 150,000
- Dental Cover: KES 75,000
- Optical Cover: KES 75,000
3. Retirement Benefits
- The Presidential Retirement Benefits Act, 2003 applies to the President’s retirement benefits.
4. Insurance Coverage
- Group Life Insurance: Coverage equivalent to three times the annual pensionable salary.
- Group Personal Accident Cover: Coverage equal to three times the annual pensionable salary.
5. Travel Allowances
- The President receives daily subsistence allowances for both local and foreign travel, as determined periodically by SRC.
6. Airtime Allowance
- The President is allocated KES 20,000 per month for official communication.
7. Official Residence
- The State provides an official residence for the President, complete with household amenities and attendants.
- This benefit cannot be converted to cash.
8. Security
- Security is provided as per recommendations by the Inspector-General of Police and cannot be monetized.
9. Annual Leave Allowance
- The President receives an annual leave allowance of KES 50,000.
- Leave days cannot be converted into cash.
Exclusions
- Any remuneration or benefits not explicitly mentioned above are not payable unless officially reviewed and approved by SRC.
This salary and benefits structure remains in effect until the next SRC review.
