The National Social Security Fund (NSSF) has announced new contribution rates that take effect from February 2026, marking the start of Year Four under the NSSF Act.
In a public notice published in MyGov on Tuesday, February 17, 2026, NSSF Chief Executive Officer David Koross urged employers and workers to adjust their deductions accordingly.
Under the updated rates, Tier I (lower earnings limit) will require employees and employers to each contribute Sh540 per month, bringing the total to Sh1,080 per worker.
For Tier II (upper earnings limit), both the employee and employer will each contribute up to Sh5,940 per month, with a maximum combined contribution of Sh11,880.
This means the overall maximum monthly NSSF contribution per employee will be Sh12,960.
The fund reminded employers that all contributions must be remitted by the 9th day of the following month to avoid penalties.
“Employers are also reminded that remittances to NSSF should be made by the 9th day of each subsequent month,” the notice reads.
During its 8th Annual General Meeting held on February 6, 2026, the fund declared a 17 percent net interest for all members for the 2024/2025 financial year. Members have been encouraged to continue saving with NSSF to enhance their retirement benefits.
Workers can access NSSF services by dialing *303# or contacting the fund via mobile phone or email. More information is available on the NSSF website.
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