The government has established three labour attache offices in Saudi Arabia, Qatar and the UAE to cater for Kenyans working in the Gulf nations, Labour CS Florence Bore has said.
Bore made the announcement during the flagging off of a group of migrant workers to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and Qatar at the National Employment Authority (NEA) in Kasarani on Tuesday.
"I assure you that the support mechanisms in place will ensure your well-being is taken care of which is of utmost importance to us. We are committed to addressing any complains or queries received promptly and effectively," Bore said.
The workers have been advised to report any distress through a Toll-free number or access a website created by the government.
“We have established reporting mechanisms where individuals can make enquiries or report any issues they may encounter while at work. This can be done through the Toll-Free number, 0800222223, or the distress reporting form which can be accessed at www.neaims.go.ke,” she said.
While congratulating the migrant workers she said that it is imperative to remember that they carry the nation's flag representing the resilience, talent and hard work of Kenyan people.
"Your roles as bus drivers, healthcare givers, security guards, cleaners, hospitality industry professionals, construction workers, and house managers are crucial not only for the economies of the host countries but also for your personal and professional growth," she said.
She added that as part of the government's commitment to creating more employment opportunities for the citizens, the Kenya Kwanza government through the Bottom-Up Economic Transformation (BETA) has placed a high priority on labour migration, recognising its potential in economic development.
"Today's flag-off is a testament to our commitment to this significant journey of creating employment opportunities for our Kenyans in various countries with a high demand for labour," She said.
"This will provide avenues for Kenyans to work abroad, gain valuable skills, contribute to our economy through remittances and bring back technological advancements from these countries."
She, however, urges the migrants to carry with them the dreams and aspirations of a nation that believes in their potential.
Remember, you are not just leaving your home country, you are stepping onto a global stage as proud Kenyan ambassadors," she said.
