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The false comfort of salary: Rethinking financial security in Kenya

Ivy Mutali by Ivy Mutali
June 11, 2025
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For many employed Kenyans, the arrival of a monthly salary brings a temporary sense of relief, bills get paid, essentials are restocked and maybe even a treat or two. Yet, beneath this surface calm lies a dangerous misconception: that a steady paycheck is the ultimate form of financial security.

In reality, a salary, while dependable, is often limiting. It’s tied to your time, your health and your employment status, all of which can change in an instant. A job loss, medical emergency or even delayed pay can throw an entire household into crisis. In Kenya, where inflation has continued to erode purchasing power and the cost of living remains high, many salaried workers are just one emergency away from financial instability.

The COVID-19 pandemic offered a harsh lesson. Thousands lost jobs or faced salary cuts overnight. Those who had diversified income sources or built emergency savings fared better than those dependent solely on their employer.

This calls for a paradigm shift: moving from income reliance to wealth building. Unlike income, wealth gives you options, passive income, investments, ownership and eventually, financial independence.

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The first step is cultivating a savings habit. This isn’t about stashing leftovers, but prioritizing savings before spending. Automating contributions to a money market fund, SACCO or Treasury bond portfolio can gradually build a safety net. Next is investment. Whether in shares, unit trusts, small-scale real estate or side businesses, the idea is to put your money to work not just to store it.

Financial literacy also plays a role. Many working professionals earn good salaries but lack knowledge on budgeting, debt management or investment strategies. Attending finance workshops, using budgeting tools or consulting certified advisors can help translate income into real security.

Lastly, mindset matters. Viewing your salary not as a lifeline, but as a launchpad, capital to build with reframes how you manage money. It fosters discipline, long-term thinking and resilience in a volatile economy.

Ultimately, true financial security isn’t about how much you earn monthly, it’s about how well you prepare for the months when you might not earn at all.

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