34 h. ago ‘Please, leave us alone!’: Ida tells off politicians pressing Odinga family on 2027

NAIROBI, Kenya, Dec 6 – A sombre gathering at the burial of Beryl Odinga turned into a moment of emotional reflection on family, grief and political succession, as Ida Odinga delivered a firm message to political actors seeking to draw the mourning Odinga family into the 2027 alliances. Speaking after moving tributes from family members, […] The post ‘Please, leave us alone!’: Ida tells off politicians pressing Odinga family on 2027 appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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5 d. ago JKIA Labour Officers Arrested for Allegedly Demanding Bribes From Migrant Worker Agents

The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) has arrested three Ministry of Labour officials stationed at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) for allegedly extorting money from agents who assist Kenyan migrant workers travelling to the Middle East. According to the EACC, its officers conducted a sting operation on November 30 after receiving credible intelligence. The operation involved one of the affected agents, who had 78 migrant workers scheduled to depart for various Middle Eastern countries. Investigators say the agent approached the three Labour officers at the JKIA labour clearance booth, where they allegedly demanded Ksh34,000 before clearing the group for travel. The post JKIA Labour Officers Arrested for Allegedly Demanding Bribes From Migrant Worker Agents appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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6 d. ago EACC arrests Labour Ministry Officials at JKIA Over alleged extortion scheme

NAIROBI, Kenya, Dec 1— The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) has arrested three Ministry of Labour officials stationed at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) for allegedly extorting agents who facilitate the travel of Kenyan migrant workers to the Middle East. The arrests, conducted on November 30, 2025, followed a report alleging that the officers routinely […] The post EACC arrests Labour Ministry Officials at JKIA Over alleged extortion scheme appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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1 week ago ‘Misleading and Sensational’: Mudavadi Defends Kenya–Saudi Labor Migration After NYT Abuse Exposé

Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi has defended Kenya’s labor migration program to Saudi Arabia following a damning exposé by The New York Times that detailed widespread abuse of Kenyan migrant workers. Appearing before the National Assembly, Mudavadi rejected claims that the government had enabled or turned a blind eye to exploitation, describing the accusations as “misleading, careless and sensational.” “The administration of President William Ruto has taken bold, deliberate and forward-looking steps to safeguard our people abroad,” he said. Mudavadi argued that Kenya has invested heavily in ensuring safe migration channels, adding, “We have built clear, structured pathways that ensure The post ‘Misleading and Sensational’: Mudavadi Defends Kenya–Saudi Labor Migration After NYT Abuse Exposé appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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2 w. ago Kenyan women get abused abroad but Ruto family and allies profit

Kenyan women get abused abroad but Ruto family and allies profit  standardmedia.co.ke

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2 w. ago Ruto Defends Kenya’s Labour Migration Policy Amid Abuse Concerns Abroad

President William Ruto has defended Kenya’s labour migration policy, highlighting its role in creating jobs for Kenyan workers and driving economic growth, even as public concern over worker abuse abroad intensifies. Speaking on Monday, November 17, at the opening of the 14th International Association of Refugee and Migration Judges (IARMJ) World Conference in Nairobi, Ruto outlined the government’s efforts to expand bilateral labour agreements and open more employment opportunities overseas. He highlighted recent deals with Germany and Austria and ongoing negotiations with Qatar as examples of Kenya’s push for “positive, orderly migration.” Ruto revealed that in the past two years, The post Ruto Defends Kenya’s Labour Migration Policy Amid Abuse Concerns Abroad appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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2 w. ago Chinese National Fired After Viral Video Shows Assault on Kenyan Worker

A Chinese national who was caught on camera assaulting a Kenyan worker at the TCM Mabati Factory in Uasin Gishu County has lost his job, according to the Chinese Embassy in Kenya. An undated video that went viral on social media platforms and sparked widespread outrage shows the man hitting the Kenyan worker with roofing materials inside what appears to be a warehouse. In a statement on Monday, the Chinese embassy in Kenya condemned the actions and urged all its nationals to abide by Kenyan laws. “We are extremely disappointed to see such an incident occur. As we are informed, the The post Chinese National Fired After Viral Video Shows Assault on Kenyan Worker appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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2 w. ago Kenya Issues Strong Diplomatic Protest After Viral Assault of Kenyan Worker

Kenya Issues Strong Diplomatic Protest After Viral Assault of Kenyan Worker  Dawan Africa

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2 w. ago State moves to act on Chinese national who assaulted Kenyan worker

State moves to act on Chinese national who assaulted Kenyan worker  the-star.co.ke

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2 w. ago Chinese manager’s contract terminated after assault on Kenyan worker

NAIROBI, Kenya, Nov 17 — The Chinese Embassy in Kenya has confirmed that the Chinese manager caught on video assaulting a Kenyan colleague has had his contract terminated, following mounting calls for swift government action. The Embassy said the move is part of broader measures to address the incident and ensure accountability. “As we are […] The post Chinese manager’s contract terminated after assault on Kenyan worker appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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2 w. ago Chinese national seen assaulting Kenyan worker has been sacked, Embassy says

Chinese national seen assaulting Kenyan worker has been sacked, Embassy says  Citizen Digital

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2 w. ago Eldoret Assault Case: Forgiving Worker Surprises Public as COTU Demands Deportation of Chinese Boss

The Central Organization of Trade Unions (COTU-K) has demanded the immediate deportation of a Chinese national filmed assaulting a Kenyan worker at a factory in Eldoret, sparking widespread public outrage. The viral, undated video shows the Kenyan employee trying to defend himself as the foreign supervisor kicks and slaps him repeatedly. According to COTU, the man in the video manages TCM Mabati Factory in Eldoret, where the assaulted worker serves under his supervision. In a strongly worded statement addressed to Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen, the union condemned the incident as a blatant violation of the worker’s dignity and rights. The post Eldoret Assault Case: Forgiving Worker Surprises Public as COTU Demands Deportation of Chinese Boss appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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3 w. ago Cotu to Murkomen: Deport Chinese man who assaulted Kenyan worker

Cotu to Murkomen: Deport Chinese man who assaulted Kenyan worker  standardmedia.co.ke

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3 w. ago COTU wants foreign investor filmed assaulting Kenyan worker deported

NAIROBI, Kenya, Nov 16 – The Central Organization of Trade Unions (COTU) has demanded the immediate deportation of a Chinese manager filmed assaulting a Kenyan worker at the TCM Mabati Factory in Eldoret, escalating pressure on the government to crack down on alleged labour abuses by foreign investors. COTU Secretary General Francis Atwoli, in a […] The post COTU wants foreign investor filmed assaulting Kenyan worker deported appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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3 w. ago COTU Demands Swift Deportation of Chinese Manager Over Viral Assault on Kenyan Worker

COTU Demands Swift Deportation of Chinese Manager Over Viral Assault on Kenyan Worker  Dawan Africa

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3 w. ago COTU demands deportation of Chinese national after video of assault on Kenyan worker

COTU demands deportation of Chinese national after video of assault on Kenyan worker  People Daily

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Chinese Manager Assaults Kenyan Worker with Iron Rod at E...  x.com

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3 w. ago Chinese Manager Assaults Kenyan Worker Andrew Kagua with Iron Rod at Eldoret Factory

Chinese Manager Assaults Kenyan Worker Andrew Kagua with Iron Rod at Eldoret Factory  x.com

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3 w. ago Chinese Manager Xiao Jianzhong Assaults Kenyan Worker And...

Chinese Manager Xiao Jianzhong Assaults Kenyan Worker And...  x.com

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3 w. ago Chinese Manager Xiao Jianzhong Assaults Kenyan Worker at Eldoret Factory, Victim Forgives Amid Deportation Calls

Chinese Manager Xiao Jianzhong Assaults Kenyan Worker at Eldoret Factory, Victim Forgives Amid Deportation Calls  x.com

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