The Deputy President of the Republic of Kenya is the second most powerful individual in the Country after the President. Like the President, his or her Deputy earns a Salary set and reviewed by the Salaries and Remuneration Commission (SRC) as guided by Article 230(4) of the Kenyan Constitution, which outlines the mandate the SRC has been bestowed with.
The Salary of the Deputy President in Kenya can be reduced during their term, and Article 151 of the same constitution mandates payment through the Consolidated Fund as a shield. The Deputy President earns a basic salary of Ksh 736,313 under the SRC Third Remuneration Cycle ( 2021-2025) for the current 2023/2024 FY. However, many allowances and benefits that the president enjoys can raise his salary substantially, as we have covered in the article below.
How much is the Kenyan deputy president’s salary?
The Deputy President of the Republic of Kenya earns a Gross Salary of Ksh 1,227,188 for the 2023/2024 FY, which is contributed by a basic salary of Ksh 736,313, additional allowances, including a house allowance of Ksh 300,000, an official commuter allowance, and a salary market adjustment of Ksh 190,875.
The Key elements of the compensation package are as represented in the table below:
| Component | Amount (Ksh) |
|---|---|
| Basic Salary | 736,313 |
| House Allowance | 300,000 |
| Salary Market Adjustment | 190,875 |
| Commuter allowance | Official |
| Gross Salary | 1,227,188 |
Unlike civil servants’ pay structures, the Deputy President’s package includes automatic annual increments of 2.5% under Article 151(4) of the Constitution, ensuring earnings remain inflation-proof throughout the five-year term.
Benefits and Allowances of the Deputy President
In addition to the basic salary package and a few allowances, such as House allowances of Ksh 300,000, Salary Market adjustment of Ksh 190,000, and the official Commuter allowance, the deputy president still enjoys other allowances and benefits designed for security, healthcare, and post-service stability.
These include medical coverage that extends to Ksh 10 million annually for inpatient care and Ksh 300,000 for outpatient services, covering the officeholder, spouse, and up to four children under 25. Additionally, Retirement provisions under the Retirement Benefits for Deputy President Act, 2015, guarantee a lifetime pension equivalent to 80% of the final salary, alongside a Ksh 10 million gratuity payment upon leaving office.
Additional entitlements include:
| Benefit/Allowance | Details | Amount (KSh) |
|---|---|---|
| Official Transport | Provided with official vehicles in line with prevailing government transport policy | Official provision |
| Official Residence | Provided with an official residence together with commensurate home utilities and attendants by the State | Official provision |
| Medical Cover – Inpatient | Annual cover for Deputy President, spouse, and up to four dependent children under 25 years | 10,000,000 |
| Medical Cover – Outpatient | Annual cover | 300,000 |
| Medical Cover – Maternity | Annual cover | 150,000 |
| Medical Cover – Dental | Annual cover | 75,000 |
| Medical Cover – Optical | Annual cover | 75,000 |
| Retirement Benefits | Governed by the Retirement Benefits for Deputy President and Designated State Officers Act, 2015 | As per Act provisions |
| Car Loan | Maximum amount available at 3% interest per annum (5-year maximum duration) | Up to 10,000,000 |
| Mortgage | Maximum amount available at 3% interest per annum (20-year maximum duration) | Up to 40,000,000 |
| Security | Provided as advised by the Inspector-General of Police | Official provision |
| Group Life Insurance | Coverage amount | Three times annual pensionable emoluments |
| Group Personal Accident | Coverage amount plus other eligible benefits | Three times annual pensionable emoluments |
| Daily Subsistence Allowance | For local and foreign travels | As per SRC rates |
| Airtime | Monthly allocation | Up to 20,000 |
| Annual Leave Allowance | Yearly allocation (leave days cannot be commuted to cash) | 50,000 |
Questions And Answers
How much is the Kenyan deputy president’s salary?
The Deputy President of Kenya currently earns a gross monthly salary of Ksh 1,227,188. This includes a basic salary of Ksh 736,313, a house allowance of Ksh 300,000, a salary market adjustment of Ksh 190,875, and other allowances.
What are the retirement benefits of the deputy president?
Upon retirement, the Deputy President receives a monthly pension equal to 80% of their last monthly salary while in office. Additional benefits include a lump sum payment of one year’s salary for each term served, provision of two saloon vehicles (up to 2,000 cc) and one four-wheel drive vehicle (up to 3,000 cc), both replaceable every four years, official residence, security, and medical cover.
What is Article 151 of the Kenyan constitution?
Article 151 of the Kenyan Constitution outlines the procedure for removing the Deputy President from office. It covers grounds such as physical or mental incapacity, gross violation of the Constitution, or gross misconduct, and details the process for investigation and resolution by Parliament
