Leading the Future of Global Payroll

We’re redefining how businesses manage payroll across borders—securely, compliantly, and at scale. From automated calculations and local tax compliance, our solutions are built for the modern, distributed workforce

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Workpay lets you manage everything on one platform

Growth in Motion: Our Story So Far

What began as a small team solving payroll headaches for local businesses has grown into one of Africa’s leading HR tech platforms. We are streamlining compliance to simplify workforce management, and are serving thousands of businesses across the continent by powering HR teams to work smarter, pay accurately, and focus on what matters most: their people.

Our Mission

Our mission is to empower businesses to manage and pay their employees on time, every time.

Our Vision

Our vision is to become the best payroll provider

Our Core Values

We live these values every day, in everything we do.

Stay Hungry

We are well-experienced but we don’t know everything. That’s why we keep an open mind and are always ready to try out new things.

People First

Our employees and customers come first. We seek to show empathy and understanding in all situations, whether it’s a problem or a complaint.

Integrity

Our word is our bond. We do what we promise by making the right choices and not the easy or the popular choices.

Accountability

We don’t run away from mistakes or blame others for our shortcomings. We take responsibility for all our actions and inactions.

Awards and Certifications

Discover all the ways in which Workpay meets relevant national and global standards and best practices to deliver performance that you can count on.

Best HR and Payroll software in Kenya 2022

Best HR and Payroll software in Kenya 2023

Best HR and Payroll software in Africa 2022

Best Payroll Software Provider 2023

Our Footprint Across the Globe

With entities and in-country experts in multiple African markets, we simplify HR, payroll, and compliance, so you can grow without borders.

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Meet our Leadership

Guided by Values, Driven by Vision

Paul Kimani

CEO/Co-Founder

Jackson Kibigo

COO/Co-Founder

Edwin Mwangi

Chief Business Officer

David Kariuki

Chief Technology Officer

Boris Maguire

VP Operations

Ernestine Van Rappard

VP Sales

Ferdinand Dragtstra

VP Strategy

+ Our Extended Team

Join the HR Tech Stars ⭐

We’re not just writing code, we’re making work better for real people, every day. If you’re curious, love a good challenge, and want to do work that matters, come build something amazing with us.

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The Workpay Podcast

From payroll to people, we break down big ideas in business and tech, one episode at a time. Fresh insights from the voices driving Africa’s work evolution.

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Our Board and Investors

We are backed and trusted by global leaders

Find us

Our office is located on the 7th floor, West Park Towers,
Mpesi Ln, Westlands Nairobi.

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Our innovative cloud based solution makes managing your teams more seamless than ever before.
Streamline your processes and take your business to the next level.

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