Kenyan workers stranded at Sharjah Airport in the United Arab Emirates were denied entry to Saudi Arabia. The workers had valid work visas but were turned away over concerns linked to Ebola cases in Kenya. They spent four days at the airport before boarding a flight back to Kenya. The flight landed at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport.
The workers had traveled to Saudi Arabia for employment. Their denial of entry came amid heightened health concerns related to Ebola. The situation highlights the impact of public health measures on international labor mobility. The Kenyan government has not yet commented on the specific reasons for the denial. The workers are now back in Kenya, awaiting further instructions.
This incident follows recent travel restrictions imposed by Saudi Arabia on workers from countries with Ebola outbreaks. The ban has affected several African nations, including Kenya. The workers were part of a larger group of laborers seeking employment in the Gulf region. The situation underscores the challenges faced by migrant workers during global health crises. The Kenyan Ministry of Foreign Affairs is expected to address the matter in the coming days.
