Kenya is considering significant changes to its labour laws that would extend workplace protections to domestic workers within private homes. This move follows calls from labour unions and government officials to align with international conventions safeguarding domestic workers' rights.

• A public consultation forum in Kakamega on December 18, 2025, highlighted the exploitation, long hours, and poor pay faced by domestic workers.
• Labour Commissioner Hellen Apiyo stated that ratifying ILO Conventions 189 and 190 would enable inspection services in private homes.
• Felistas Amoche of KUDHEIHA and Director of Gender Joyce Wafukho supported the initiative, emphasizing the need for formal contracts and increased awareness of domestic workers' rights.