President William Ruto faces pressure after a Times investigation showed that his government downplayed or ignored the mistreatment of women working in Saudi Arabia.
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Kenya Kept a Diplomat in His Job Despite Years of Sex Abuse Accusations
President William Ruto faces pressure after a Times investigation showed that his government downplayed or ignored the mistreatment of women working in Saudi Arabia.
Hong Kong’s Migrant Domestic Workers Mourn Their Losses in Deadly Fire
At least eight workers died, and many of those who survived, after saving children and others in their care, are worried about losing their jobs and being forced to leave.
Senator Accuses Kenya of Neglecting Children Trapped in Saudi Arabia
The comments, by a member of Kenya’s ruling party, represent a rebuke of President William Ruto’s government: “Heads must roll.”
Kenya’s Key Export Used to Be Coffee. Now It’s Cheap Labor.
There’s big money in sending poor workers abroad. Here’s how the economics work.
East African Housekeepers Face Rape, Assault and Death in Saudi Arabia
East African leaders and Saudi royals are among those profiting off a lucrative, deadly trade in domestic workers.
Brazil’s Maid Rooms Reveal Country’s Racist Past And Are Disappearing
In Brazil, rooms for maids, a vestige of the country’s history of slavery, are disappearing or being transformed as the country confronts deeply ingrained inequities.
Swiss Court Convicts U.K.’s Richest Family of Exploiting Domestic Staff
A Swiss criminal court handed prison sentences to members of the Hinduja family for exploiting domestic workers at their villa in Geneva.
Shakira’s Former Nanny Spotlights Domestic Work in Music Video Cameo
Liliana Melgar made a cameo appearance in Shakira’s latest music video, putting a spotlight on domestic workers and their struggles.
Shakira’s Former Nanny Spotlights Domestic Work in Music Video Cameo
Liliana Melgar made a cameo appearance in Shakira’s latest music video, putting a spotlight on domestic workers and their struggles.