All resources: Kenya

Workers’ organizations responding to the needs of refugees and other forcibly displaced persons

This report explores the role of workers' organizations in supporting refugees and forcibly displaced persons within the framework of the ILO PROSPECTS programme. It highlights the organisations' efforts to promote decent work, non-discrimination,...

Voices from ILO PROSPECTS

From volunteer to firefighter: Sara's journey of saving lives with Recognition of Prior Learning

An inspiring journey of Sara Waithera from Kenya, who has become certified professional firefighter through Recognition of Prior Learning policy introduced by the Government of Kenya with support from the ILO.

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Employment Impact Assessment of the productive use of energy (PUE) of the Green Mini-Grid (GMG) Facility, Kenya

Voices from ILO PROSPECTS

Transforming informal skills into formal opportunities: Theresa's journey of self-empowerment in Kenya

A self-taught entrepreneur highlights the importance of skill certification in Kenya's informal sector, empowering millions to eradicate poverty.

A Research Study

Barriers to Effective Labour Mobility in the African Leather Industry

The study conducted by the ILO JLMP Priority in 2021 and published by JLMP Action in 2024 aims to identify and analyse the barriers to effective labour mobility within the African leather industry. This report assesses the challenges faced...

PROSPECTS Impact

From self-taught to certified: Kenya's Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) awards over 600 certificates

Kenya’s Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) program formally certifies skills acquired by informal economy workers, providing new career opportunities and empowering workers with recognized qualifications for better job prospects.

Empowering Kericho county's youth: Successful completion of SIYB training of trainers

Child Labour and Forced Labour

Sensitization and Action: Nairobi’s Journey in Combatting Child Labour

To mark the World Day Against Child Labour, Nairobi's Kamukunji Constituency recently hosted a pivotal event bringing together Government, Non Governmental Organizations (NGOs), community leaders, and concerned citizens.

Trafficking in Persons

World Day against Trafficking in Persons 2024

On Wednesday, 31st July 2024, the Ministry of Labour and Social Protection, alongside various stakeholders, marked World Day Against Trafficking in Persons at AIC Namanga Comprehensive School.

Stakeholders in Kenya came together to advance labour migration strategy

Key stakeholders in Kenya discussed to position Kenya to better harness the benefits of labour migration by focusing on key areas like skills transfer, worker mobility, and labour migration data, along with strengthening policy frameworks.

Service Provider Directory and Distributions

Empowering Kajiado: The Launch and Distribution of the Service Providers Directory

World Day Against Child Labour

A Commitment to Ending Child Labour through the CAPSA Project

The Africa Deputy Regional Director (DRD) of the International Labour Organization (ILO), Coffi Agossou, recently visited Mombasa to review and discuss the ongoing efforts under the CAPSA project.

ACCEL Africa

Training application: Voices against child labour

The ACCEL Africa Project is inviting journalists to take part in a training designed to equip them with the skills and knowledge to effectively report on child labour in African supply chains, with the aim of amplifying efforts to eradicate child...

Labour migration

Labour migration agreement between Kenya and Germany nears completion

Kenya and Germany are finalising a labour migration agreement. This will create a system for skilled workers to move between the countries, while protecting Kenyan workers' rights. The agreement is expected to be signed in September 2024.

The EAC Regional Meeting of Experts

East African Community strengthens regional response to social vulnerabilities

The EAC Regional Meeting of Experts on the Draft Social Protection Policy involved experts from various sectors who reviewed and provided input on the draft policy. Key recommendations included updating the policy, developing an Implementation...

Kenya rallies against child labour to commemorate the 2024 WDACL

HIV/AIDS and Safety and Health

UN Agencies launch joint Effort to end the triple threat in Kenya

UN agencies and the Government of Kenya have launched a joint effort in Homa Bay to tackle the Triple Threat—HIV, GBV, and teen pregnancies—aiming to protect and empower adolescents.

NSPS, ILO and FAO lead initiative to extend social protection to informal and rural workers in Kenya

The workshop on implementing the National Strategy for Social Protection for informal and rural worker gathered key stakeholders to develop a comprehensive roadmap for extending social protection coverage across the country.

International Domestic Workers Day 2024

Celebrating Progress and Advocating for Rights

Kenya joined the world in marking International Domestic Workers Day. This annual observance is a pivotal moment to highlight the invaluable contributions of domestic workers globally and address the challenges they face.

Women empowerment

Women Infected and Affected by HIV empowered through the Gender and Entrepreneurship Together Ahead Program