Kenyans seeking jobs in Saudi Arabia could get some relief after the Kenyan government and the government of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia signed an letter of Intent to reduce costs for application of the jobs.
Labour Cabinet Secretary Alfred Mutua on Saturday November 14 confirmed the signing of the letter, that will also enhance cooperation in the recruitment of Kenyan workers to Saudi Arabia.
Under the agreement, Kenyans seeking Saudi jobs will now have to pay less compared to what they have been paying before to secure the opportunities.
"We signed a Letter of Intent outlining a framework for enhanced cooperation in the recruitment of Kenyan workers to Saudi Arabia reflecting our shared commitment to reducing recruitment costs, expanding employment opportunities for Kenyans and promoting fair, transparent and sustainable labour mobility between our two countries," Mutua stated.
According to the CS, reducing these costs would allow workers to retain more of their earnings, save and invest in their future, while making overseas employment more accessible.
Although Mutua did not announce the exact figures, the costs have been reduced; the announcement acts as relief for Kenyans seeking foreign jobs who have over the years, lamented the high costs of securing foreign jobs, especially in Saudi Arabia.