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Private employment agencies in EHoA establish a Regional confederation to advance fair recruitment

The establishment of a regional confederation of private employment agencies from six East and Horn of Africa countries to promote fair recruitment, strengthen cooperation and enhance migrant worker protection.

Labour migration and free movement

Beyond the headlines: ILO and IGAD strengthen media professionals’ skills to report on regional integration, free movement of persons and...

Journalists across the IGAD region have strengthened their skills to report on labour migration, free movement and regional integration with greater accuracy, evidence and a stronger focus on migrant workers’ rights and dignity.

Inclusive growth through a Market Systems Development (MSD) approach

Expanding Impact: Public-Private Development Partnerships (PPDP) project enters phase 2 in Nakuru, Kajiado, and Narok Counties

Following the Public Private Development Partnerships (PPDP) project phase 1's achievements in Nakuru and Narok, the expansion into Kajiado County aims to address challenges in agriculture, eco-tourism, and green industries.

African trade unions advance social dialogue strategies for rural and agricultural workers

More than 50 trade union representatives and labour experts from 20 African countries are exchanging knowledge and developing practical strategies to strengthen the representation of rural and agricultural workers, facilitate access to social...

ILO training promotes safer coffee farming in Kenya

Coffee farmers and local stakeholders in Meru and Nyeri counties are strengthening occupational safety and health in coffee production through practical, low-cost solutions using the ILO’s participatory WIND methodology.

Kericho coffee farmers put WIND safety improvements into action

Coffee farmers in Kericho County are applying practical, low-cost solutions to improve occupational safety and health on their farms while reducing risks for workers and children. The initiative is supported by the ILO’s ACCEL Africa project,...

News

African tripartite partners advance policy pathways for decent work in displacement at regional meeting

The International Labour Organization along with governments and employers’ and workers’ organizations discussed more inclusive labour markets benefiting refugees and host communities during a regional forum.

Child Labour

Building safer futures for Kenya's Children

ILO and the Government of Kenya strengthen collaboration to accelerate action against child labour through stronger child protection systems, social protection, and decent work.

News

PROSPECTS Africa Forum launches regional dialogue on decent work and forced displacement

The three-day regional forum brings together governments, employers’ and workers’ organizations, regional institutions and development partners to advance policy solutions that expand decent work opportunities for refugees and host communities.

Blog

Old Skills for new technologies?

AI has major implications for the skills workers need to access quality jobs. This article argues that foundational skills, more so than AI expertise, will be central for workforces to navigate this transformation.

Promoting responsible business conduct to eliminate child labour in Kenya's coffee supply chains

Employers, coffee cooperatives and government representatives in Kisii and Kericho counties have strengthened their capacity to promote Responsible Business Conduct and prevent child labour in Kenya's coffee sector through the ILO's ACCEL Africa...

Kenya certifies cooperative trainers to strengthen child-labour-free coffee and tea supply chains

The ILO has certified 55 county-based trainers to strengthen cooperative governance and integrate child labour prevention into Kenya's coffee and tea sectors. The initiative is implemented through the ACCEL Africa project, financed by the Ministry...

Tujibidiishe SACCO Creates New Pathways for Kenya's Returned Migrant Workers to Build Sustainable Livelihoods

Supporting the sustainable reintegration of returned migrant workers in Mombasa through a SACCO model that combines entrepreneurship, cooperative development, savings, and access to finance to help build stronger and more resilient livelihoods

Journalists Across Eastern Africa Forge a Common Path on Migration Reporting

Strengthening ethical, accurate, and evidence based migration reporting across Eastern Africa while fostering regional media collaboration on labour migration, fair recruitment, and countering misinformation

The Government of Mali and Japan, through the ILO, launch a project to combat child labour in Ségou

Funded by the Government of Japan and implemented by the ILO in partnership with the Sasakawa Africa Association, the project aims to strengthen the economic resilience of vulnerable cotton-farming households and promote sustainable agricultural...

Social Protection

Nakuru advances inclusive social protection

Nakuru County is enhancing social protection for workers in the informal and rural economy through a collaborative process supported by the ILO and national partners. A Social Protection Extension Action Plan with priority interventions,...

East and Horn of Africa Labour Attachés Strengthen Capacity to Advance Rights-Based Labour Migration Agreements

Strengthening the capacity of Labour Attachés and Consular Officials from the East and Horn of Africa to negotiate, implement, and monitor rights based bilateral labour migration agreements and better protect migrant workers in Gulf destination...

Kenya Validates National Strategy to Support Sustainable Reintegration of Returning Migrant Workers

Validating Kenya’s draft National Return and Reintegration Strategy to strengthen coordinated support for returning migrant workers and help them access livelihoods, services, and sustainable reintegration pathways.

Strengthening the competencies of Occupational Safety and Health Officers in Kenya to prevent work related risks

The Ministry of Labour & Social Protection is training Occupational Safety and Health Officers (OSHOs) in Kenya with support from the International Labour Organization. This effort aims to enhance the prevention of occupational injuries and diseases...

IMRF stakeholders strengthen commitments to wage and social protection for migrant workers

A high-level dialogue at the International Migration Review Forum 2026 explored practical ways to include migrant workers in wage and social protection systems across the migration corridor between Africa, Asia and the Gulf, with the support of the...