Kenya has reaffirmed its commitment to protecting workers and promoting decent work as the world of employment undergoes rapid transformation driven by Artificial Intelligence (AI).
Labour and Social Protection Cabinet Secretary Alfred Mutua made the remarks during a meeting with International Labour Organization (ILO) Director-General Gilbert F. Houngbo on the sidelines of the 114th International Labour Conference in Geneva, Switzerland.
“I emphasized that as Artificial Intelligence (AI) reshapes the world of work, it must remain human-centered to ensure no one is left behind. The ILO’s role remains critical in helping countries navigate these changes while protecting workers and expanding opportunities,’Mutua said.
Mutua said AI must remain human-centred to ensure technological advancements do not leave workers behind. He emphasized the need for policies that balance innovation with social justice and inclusive economic growth.
During the meeting, the ILO pledged support to Kenya through a comprehensive review of labour laws, capacity-building initiatives for labour institutions and courts, modernization of labour migration recruitment systems, and support for the finalization of the Labour Mobility Draft Bill.
The global labour body also committed to supporting the establishment of a Migrant Workers Welfare Fund aimed at enhancing the protection and welfare of Kenyans seeking employment abroad.