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The Kenyan Diaspora in Saudi Arabia: Labour Migration, Remittances and Worker Protection
Saudi Arabia hosts the largest Kenyan diaspora in the Gulf, built largely on domestic and low-wage labour migration. This overview examines the numbers, the remittance flows that have surged in recent years, the recruitment system and the worker-protection challenges that shape the experience of Kenyans in the Kingdom.
Jun 18, 2026
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The Kenyan Diaspora in the Gulf States: 300,000-Strong Workforce in UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait and Oman — Conditions, Remittances and Reform
Approximately 300,000 Kenyans work in the Gulf states across construction, domestic work, hospitality and professional roles. A complete guide to conditions, reforms and remittances.
May 25, 2026
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