41 h. ago Inside Kenya’s push to meet new global labour market demands

Inside Kenya’s push to meet new global labour market demands  People Daily

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4 d. ago ‘Five Countries Defaulted, Kenya Didn’t’: Ruto Says His Tough Calls Averted National Shame

President William Ruto has strongly defended his administration’s tough economic measures, saying he was forced to make difficult but necessary decisions to stop Kenya from defaulting on its debts and plunging the country into global embarrassment. Speaking at State House on Tuesday while receiving the Jukwaa la Usalama report, Ruto said he remains committed to leading with honesty and transparency, especially about the financial crisis his administration inherited. “There is a job you people gave me to be the President of Kenya and that work, I want to address you about it,” Ruto told the security teams. “When someone is The post ‘Five Countries Defaulted, Kenya Didn’t’: Ruto Says His Tough Calls Averted National Shame appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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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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5 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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2 w. ago Maraga Questions Kenya’s Labour Exodus as Ruto Defends Global Jobs Plan

Maraga Questions Kenya’s Labour Exodus as Ruto Defends Global Jobs Plan  Dawan Africa

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2 w. ago Can Ruto convince Kenyans on the economy? Hits and misses ahead of annual address

NAIROBI, Kenya, Nov 20 — President William Ruto heads to Parliament on Thursday for his State of the Nation Address amid mounting pressure over economic performance, revenue collection gaps, debt repayment strains, and growing questions about the credibility of his bottom-up transformation agenda. As he prepares to defend his record, Ruto’s economic scorecard is weighed […] The post Can Ruto convince Kenyans on the economy? Hits and misses ahead of annual address appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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2 w. ago Mutua: Failed Drug Tests Blocking Kenyans From ‘Kazi Majuu’ Jobs

Labour Cabinet Secretary Dr. Alfred Mutua has dismissed reports that Kenyan youth recruited under the Kazi Majuu program at the Coast are stranded and unable to travel abroad. Speaking in Machakos on Wednesday, Mutua said the claims were misleading and did not reflect the program’s progress. According to the CS, the government shortlisted and fully funded 500 beneficiaries. Of these, 300 have travelled while 121 are yet to travel. He said another 84 applicants, who were already in possession of their visas, are expected to leave the country anytime soon. Mutua, however, revealed that a significant number of applicants are The post Mutua: Failed Drug Tests Blocking Kenyans From ‘Kazi Majuu’ Jobs appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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2 w. ago Kenya's Ruto Defends Labour Migration Policy Amid Rising Abuse Cases | Firstpost Africa

Kenya's Ruto Defends Labour Migration Policy Amid Rising Abuse Cases | Firstpost Africa  Firstpost

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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 Kenya's key export was coffee but now it's cheap labour that is abused overseas

Kenya's key export was coffee but now it's cheap labour that is abused overseas  standardmedia.co.ke

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2 w. ago President Ruto urges judges to defend refugees’ rights and judicial independence

NAIROBI, Kenya Nov 17 – President William Ruto has called on judges handling refugee and migration cases to uphold fairness, courage and independence as they confront growing challenges facing displaced people around the world. The President said judicial officers carry a “solemn duty” to ensure that every refugee and migrant who comes before them finds […] The post President Ruto urges judges to defend refugees’ rights and judicial independence appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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3 w. ago Atwoli Calls on Kenyans Abroad to Document Themselves and Avoid Foreign Risks

The Central Organization of Trade Unions (Cotu-K) has urged all Kenyan workers abroad to register with Kenyan Embassies, High Commissions, Consulates, or Permanent Missions in their countries of residence or employment. In a statement on Thursday, Cotu Secretary General Francis Atwoli emphasized that as Kenya increasingly positions itself as a labour-exporting nation, proper documentation of its workforce abroad is crucial for protection, support, and accountability. “It is a matter of importance that our workers abroad are properly documented and recognised through official government channels so that in the event of any challenges, emergencies or disputes, the Kenyan government can offer The post Atwoli Calls on Kenyans Abroad to Document Themselves and Avoid Foreign Risks appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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3 w. ago Ruto Defends Hustler Fund, Says Ksh80 Billion Has Empowered Millions of Kenyans

President William Ruto has defended his administration’s drive to expand financial inclusion, saying the Financial Inclusion Fund, better known as the Hustler Fund, has unlocked affordable credit for millions of Kenyans previously shut out by traditional lenders. Speaking about the programme’s progress, President Ruto said the fund has disbursed over Ksh80 billion since its launch in November 2022, reaching individuals and small enterprises that banks and microfinance institutions had long excluded. The President explained that the Hustler Fund was designed to empower micro and small enterprises (MSEs) that could not access loans because they were blacklisted by credit reference bureaus The post Ruto Defends Hustler Fund, Says Ksh80 Billion Has Empowered Millions of Kenyans appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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3 w. ago Ruto Justifies Police Use of Force, Says Law Allows It When Lives Are in Danger

President William Ruto has stood by his controversial remarks made in July, where he told police officers to shoot protesters in the legs, saying he has no regrets about the statement. In an interview with Al Jazeera, Ruto explained his comments, saying that the police have the right to use force in certain instances when lives are threatened. “I do not regret those comments at all because the law allows police to use force when other people’s lives are in danger,” Ruto said. The interviewer questioned why the President seemed to personally direct police operations instead of allowing officers to The post Ruto Justifies Police Use of Force, Says Law Allows It When Lives Are in Danger appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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3 w. ago Kenya and Canada explore areas of cooperation in the labour mobility market

Kenya and Canada explore areas of cooperation in the labour mobility market  KBC Digital

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3 w. ago Ruto stands firm on plan to transform Kenya into a ‘First World Nation’ by 2055

NAIROBI, Kenya Nov 11 – President William Ruto has defended his long-term vision to transform Kenya into a first-world nation within the next 20 to 30 years, saying critics lack faith in Kenya’s potential for rapid development. Speaking after launching the Archers’ Post Affordable Housing Programme, President Ruto said his administration is laying the foundation […] The post Ruto stands firm on plan to transform Kenya into a ‘First World Nation’ by 2055 appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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