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September 17, 2026
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Government Calls for Stronger Protection of Kenyans Working Abroad

Government Calls for Stronger Protection of Kenyans Working Abroad

NAIROBI, Kenya Sept 17 – The government is calling for stronger protection of Kenyans seeking employment abroad amid concerns over fraudulent recruitment, human trafficking, wage violations and unsafe working conditions.…..

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The Kenyan government is advocating for enhanced protections for its citizens working abroad due to prevalent issues such as fraudulent recruitment, human trafficking, and unfair labor practices.

  • Over 540,000 Kenyans are currently employed internationally, with diaspora remittances exceeding $5 billion in 2025.
  • Key figures include Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi and Chief Justice Martha Koome, both calling for stronger legal frameworks and dispute resolution mechanisms.
  • The fourth Employment and Labour Relations Annual Symposium and Exhibition (ELRASE Four) in Nairobi served as a platform for stakeholders to discuss these critical issues.

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