1. What Is The Kenya Leave Calculation?

The Kenya leave calculation determines the number of leave days an employee is entitled to based on months worked, using the standard rate of 1.75 days per month as per common employment practices in Kenya.

2. How Does The Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the Kenya leave formula:

Where:

• \( Days \) — Leave days entitled
• \( Months \) — Number of months worked
• \( 1.75 \) — Standard days per month rate

Explanation: This calculation follows the common practice in Kenya where employees accrue 1.75 leave days for each month of service.

3. Importance Of Leave Calculation

Details: Accurate leave calculation ensures compliance with labor laws, proper workforce management, and fair treatment of employees regarding their entitled time off.

4. Using The Calculator

Tips: Enter the number of months worked. The value must be a positive number. Partial months can be entered as decimals.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: Is 1.75 days standard for all employees in Kenya?
A: While 1.75 days per month is common, specific entitlements may vary based on employment contracts, company policies, or collective bargaining agreements.

Q2: How are partial months calculated?
A: Partial months are calculated proportionally. For example, 2.5 months would give 2.5 × 1.75 = 4.375 days entitlement.

Q3: Does this include public holidays?
A: No, this calculation is for annual leave entitlement only. Public holidays are typically separate and additional to annual leave.

Q4: Are there different rates for different industries?
A: Some industries or specific employment contracts may have different accrual rates. Always check the specific employment agreement.

Q5: How should leave be rounded?
A: Companies may have different rounding policies, but typically leave is calculated to the nearest half or whole day as per company policy.