Kenya, March 5 -- Many hopeful job seekers gathered at the Jesus Winner Ministry Church in Roysambu on Tuesday, March 4, 2025, for a big job recruitment event run by Labour Cabinet Secretary Alfred Mutua.

The event aimed to help Kenyan workers find jobs in other countries, showing that many people in Kenya are looking for work abroad.

Long lines formed outside the church as early as 5 a.m., with applicants holding their documents and waiting in the cold, hoping to get a great job opportunity.

Many people felt hopeful about the event, which focused on jobs in healthcare, construction, and hospitality in places like Europe, the Middle East, and North America.

During the event, Labour CS Alfred Mutua spoke to the crowd and stressed that the government wants to help people find safe and real jobs outside Kenya.

"We are working hard to make sure our people can get good jobs abroad while keeping their rights and safety protected," Mutua said.

He also advised job seekers to be careful of fake job agencies and to use only government-approved channels for getting jobs abroad.

The recruitment event worked with licensed employment agencies and included interviews, document checks, and information sessions for those preparing to go.

Officials from the Ministry of Labour were present to ensure everything was done fairly and smoothly, even with so many people attending.

However, the large number of people created some problems, as some applicants were frustrated by the long waits and the limited number of job spots.

"I arrived here early in the morning, but I'm still far from getting to the front of the line. I hope it will be worth the wait," said Jane Wambui, a 28-year-old nurse hoping to find a job in the United Kingdom.

Local authorities sent extra police officers to ensure safety and help manage the traffic around the church as the event continued into the late afternoon.Church leaders assisted by providing water and seating for people with disability.

This recruitment effort is part of a larger government plan to reduce unemployment by helping Kenyans find jobs in the global market.

According to the Ministry of Labour, more than 50,000 Kenyans have found jobs overseas through similar programs in the last two years.

The event in Roysambu is expected to run for the rest of the week, with more people likely to come in the following days.

As the day ended in Roysambu, a feeling of hope and determination filled the air. For many, a job abroad means not just work but a chance to improve their lives and support their families.

The government promises to make these job initiatives even better, as it faces the large demand seen at events like this.

Published by HT Digital Content Services with permission from Bana Kenya.