12/06/2026
Senators called for stronger safeguards for Kenyan youth seeking jobs abroad.
Over KSh424 million has been disbursed to 2,944 beneficiaries through the labour mobility programme.
YEDF targets loan disbursement within 14 days, though delays may occur due to documentation and funding challenges.
Recruitment agencies must refund funds if beneficiaries fail to travel.
The government has deregistered over 1,000 fraudulent recruitment agencies.
Senators demanded tougher action and prosecution of fraudulent recruiters.
Concerns were raised over Kenyans being recruited into foreign conflict zones.
No dedicated repatriation fund exists; emergencies are handled through the Ministry of Foreign and Diaspora Affairs and Kenyan missions abroad.
The government says embassy and consular support for workers abroad has been strengthened.
Senators requested a county-by-county analysis of programme uptake to address regional disparities.
The ministry pledged to provide more data and support reforms to better protect Kenyans working overseas.
