Lavington Security Limited, one of Kenya’s leading private security firms, is facing allegations of delaying payment of salaries to its employees, with some workers reportedly going without pay for several months.
The situation has sparked outrage among the guards, who are accusing the company of mistreatment and neglect.
According to one brave whistleblower who spoke to us on condition of anonymity, the situation has reached crisis levels as many guards have now been locked out of their houses by their landlords due to rent arrears.
The trusted informant revealed that despite numerous attempts by the guards to seek an explanation from the company, no communication has been forthcoming, and instead, they have been subjected to a culture of silence and intimidation.
They have been left with no recourse but to continue working under these conditions, fearing the loss of their jobs if they raise their voices any higher.
“Our bosses have turned a deaf ear to our pleas for help. They have refused to pay us for our work, and when we try to raise our voices, they victimize us,” the whistleblower lamented.
“We have been living on borrowed time and money. Landlords have locked us out of our houses, schools are demanding fees, and we are unable to meet our basic needs. We are at the end of our tether.”
This latest revelation is a harsh reminder of the plight of low-wage workers in Kenya, who often have little to no job security or legal recourse when they are mistreated by their employers.
Employers have a responsibility to provide a safe and secure work environment, including timely and fair compensation.
If Lavington Security Limited is unable or unwilling to meet these basic obligations, it may be time for the authorities to intervene and take necessary action to protect the rights of the employees.
We will be following this developing story closely, so stay tuned for more updates on this shameful ordeal.
In the meantime, the guards continue to suffer in silence, their voices unheard and their livelihoods at risk.
