Catherwood LibraryILR School

Some African countries, particularly Kenya, are promoting labor migration as an economic strategy, sending workers abroad to fill job shortages in wealthier nations. Inspired by models in the Philippines and Bangladesh, Kenya's government aims to send one million workers annually to destinations such as Germany and the Middle East. Officials argue that remittances will boost the domestic economy, but critics worry about brain drain and inadequate job creation at home. Anti-immigration sentiment in some receiving countries, including Germany, poses additional challenges to the strategy. Despite these concerns, labor migration continues to grow, with African governments formalizing agreements to facilitate overseas employment.