# How should an organisation set up a workplace mental wellness programme in Kenya?

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For: Executives | Mental health practice | Reviewed by Independent clinical reviewer, Registered mental health clinician, Kenya | Last reviewed 8 November 2026

**Answer:** The Ministry of Health's National Guidelines on Workplace Mental Wellness (2023) set out the steps. Leadership appoints a mental wellness committee that includes mental health professionals, HR, union and occupational safety representatives. The committee runs a baseline assessment, writes a workplace mental wellness policy, communicates it to staff, and monitors the programme. Public bodies should also follow the Public Service Counselling and Wellness Policy. Align the programme with your occupational safety and health policy.

Sources: Ministry of Health: http://guidelines.health.go.ke:8000/media/Workplace_Mental_Wellness_Guideline-2023-308-With_Sign.pdf - Ministry of Public Service: https://mps.go.ke/sites/default/files/2024-09/Public%20Service%20Counselling%20and%20Wellness%20Policy%20f2-2.pdf - Kenya Law: https://new.kenyalaw.org/akn/ke/act/2007/15/eng@2022-12-31

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