Faith murunga

12/11/2025

They had children outside of marriage and now they are trapped. Hundreds of children sank into the oblivion, recognized by neither Saudi Arabia nor Kenya.

The recent New York Times feature on migrant mothers and their children stranded in Saudi Arabia highlights a critical gap in Kenya’s labour migration system: the lack of accurate and accessible information shared with workers before departure.

These women should have known the consequences of birthing a baby into legal limbo. The fact that they did not reveals the lack of guidance on the legal frameworks, duties, and obligations that govern migrant life abroad. Without this knowledge, hundreds of thousands of migrant workers are left navigating complex legal systems alone, facing situations with lifelong consequences.

Women in Saudi Arabia, including foreign migrants, may face the death penalty for having children out of wedlock. The result is that many children remain unrecognized, without birth certificates, and effectively stateless. DNA tests conducted as far back as 2023 remain unresolved, leaving mothers and children in prolonged uncertainty.

We urge both the Kenyan and Saudi governments to work together to resolve this matter with urgency and compassion. These are not isolated cases; they reflect systemic gaps that can only be closed through stronger pre-departure legal awareness, diplomatic engagement, and protection mechanisms for migrant families.

Empowering workers with knowledge before they leave home is the first step toward preventing the injustices we continue to witness abroad.

Read the article: https://www.nytimes.com/2025/11/10/world/middleeast/saudi-arabia-children-unwed-mothers.html

28/05/2024

Tune in to Milele FM as our Survivor Liaison Officer Faith Murunga discusses the plight of migrant domestic workers in Saudi Arabia and the urgent need for stronger laws to protect their rights.

28/05/2024

Call to Action for Justice for Migrant Workers from Saudi Arabia I am reaching out to more than 500 survivors from Saudi Arabia, seeking justice for those whose rights were violated under the guise of searching for greener pastures. i understand the challenges and hardships you have faced, and we are here to support you.

As part of our mission, we have initiated a comprehensive program to document extensive evidence that will enable us to demand justice on your behalf. We believe that women hold immense power and that our strength lies in unity. Together, we can make a difference.

If you need assistance or would like to share your story, please do not hesitate to contact us. I am here to help you every step of the way.

Tune in to Milele FM as our Survivor Liaison Officer Faith Murunga discusses the plight of migrant domestic workers in Saudi Arabia and the urgent need for stronger laws to protect their rights.

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