Technology tipped to push half of Kenyan workforce out of jobs

Technological changes have rattled the service industry, particularly the banking sector, with banks replacing tellers with mobile banking. [Photo: Courtesy]

NAIROBI, KENYA: Over half of Kenyan workers are in danger of being rendered jobless as technology replaces manpower, employers have warned.

Federation of Kenya Employers (FKE) Executive Director Jacqueline Mugo said on Monday a survey done by the lobby last year showed most companies in the country were automating their work processes to improve efficiency.