Nairobi, June 17 -- A few years ago, conversations about employee well-being were often confined to HR meetings and wellness days. Today, they have moved into boardrooms. Why? Because organisations are beginning to realise that when employees are struggling, businesses struggle too.

Across Kenya, many employees are navigating rising living costs - did we mention high cost of fuel that trickles down to every purchase, family responsibilities that includes black tax, long commutes - fatigue upon reporting to the workplace, and increasing demands - the beating of deadlines and unrealistic targets despite the prevailing economic harsh conditions.

They show up every day, often carrying burdens that may not be immediately visible. The questio...