Kenya Labor Minister Alfred Mutua says his job placement program gives hope to unemployed youth across the country.
He announced that about 1,000 job offers came from 3,000 candidates through agreements with foreign governments. More than 400 Kenyans have already left for overseas jobs, with others departing each week. Mutua calls this the first step toward changing lives for workers and their families.
Mutua explained why some applicants face delays. Visa processing takes six to eight months, depending on the destination country. Some employers must finish construction projects before hiring staff. Applicants can ask for refunds if they decide not to wait.
The minister has shut down dishonest recruitment agencies, though he wants more legal action against them. He asked victims to file formal complaints despite the fear of threats. He stressed there are no extra costs beyond the standard fee, which covers medical tests and visa processing.
A program beneficiary praised Mutua for making better futures possible for thousands of young Kenyans. The minister described the program as a long-term answer that connects Kenyan talent with global job markets.
He announced that about 1,000 job offers came from 3,000 candidates through agreements with foreign governments. More than 400 Kenyans have already left for overseas jobs, with others departing each week. Mutua calls this the first step toward changing lives for workers and their families.
Mutua explained why some applicants face delays. Visa processing takes six to eight months, depending on the destination country. Some employers must finish construction projects before hiring staff. Applicants can ask for refunds if they decide not to wait.
The minister has shut down dishonest recruitment agencies, though he wants more legal action against them. He asked victims to file formal complaints despite the fear of threats. He stressed there are no extra costs beyond the standard fee, which covers medical tests and visa processing.
A program beneficiary praised Mutua for making better futures possible for thousands of young Kenyans. The minister described the program as a long-term answer that connects Kenyan talent with global job markets.
