Labour and Social Protection Cabinet Secretary Alfred Mutua has cautioned Kenyans aspiring to work overseas.
He urged them to avoid drug use, particularly cannabis, which could harm their job prospects. During a recruitment event in Roysambu, Mutua stated that anyone caught abusing drugs would not be accepted for foreign jobs, which could lead to losing valuable opportunities.
Mutua expressed concern over the rising cases of drug abuse in the country and warned that this could lead to many people being excluded from the global workforce.
“Bhang is not food, it’s not ugali, you will not die if you don’t smoke it. Nobody wants a drug addict or anybody with drugs in their system in their country. They are not wanted anywhere in the world,” he remarked.
The recruitment drive offered various jobs, including positions in nursing, driving, cooking, and other skilled labor fields. Mutua also highlighted Kenya’s potential in supplying skilled labor but noted that citizens often hinder their chances by failing to maintain a drug-free lifestyle.
“We complain about many issues in Kenya, but jobs are available if you’re qualified,” Mutua said, encouraging those seeking foreign work to participate in training programs and obtain certifications to validate their qualifications.
