Kenyan Government Strikes Deal for Laborers to Work in Israel, Earning Ksh228,000 Monthly

Kenya will be exporting casual laborers to work in Israeli agricultural fields.

This was agreed upon during a bilateral discussion between the Kenyan government and Israel delegates in Nairobi. The Ministry of Labour and Social Protection recently unveiled their proposal, which outlines the recruitment of Kenyans through approved agencies. President Eric Rutto of the Kenya Chamber of Commerce was in attendance during the bilateral discussions. Also, Principal Secretary of Diaspora Affairs Roseline Njogu disclosed that there are presently more than 510 Kenyan individuals employed in Israel, with the majority working within the Agriculture industry.

“These opportunities number about 1,500 with a guaranteed net income of Ksh228,000 (USD 1500) per month, on 3 years renewable contracts,” the Kenyan government stated.

President William Ruto's recent pledge to send 3,000 Kenyan workers overseas each week for job prospects has now been followed by a new accord with Israel. On November 19, the President committed to supporting the export of labour from Kenya. Meanwhile, President Ruto has disclosed that he has received a report from the World Economic Forum (WEF) that recognizes Kenyan talent as the best globally.

President Ruto expresses confidence in the Kenyan workforce and encourages investors to establish their businesses in the country. President Ruto has further announced that the Open University of Kenya and the Indira Gandhi National Open University had signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to foster a relationship that involves the sharing of information on capacity and courses.