Domestic Worker Shortage: Ethiopian Recruitment Resumes soon
Kuwait City, Kuwait: The wait for Ethiopian domestic workers in Kuwait may soon be over. The Kuwait Union of Domestic Labor Offices (KUDLO) announced a signed sub-agreement with Ethiopia to resume worker recruitment, previously halted by the Ethiopian Ministry of Labor.
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Key Points of the Agreement:
- Salary: Minimum wage of 90 Kuwaiti Dinar (KD) per month, including benefits outlined in Kuwaiti law.
- Online Recruitment: Applications will be processed electronically through designated codes for domestic labor offices.
- Training Requirement: Ethiopian domestic workers must complete a 21-day training program in their home country.
- Behavioral Screening: Workers exhibiting violence or aggression will be disqualified.
Addressing Labor Shortage:
KUDLO Chairman Khalid Al-Dakhnan anticipates the swift arrival of Ethiopian workers, aiming to alleviate the domestic labor shortage caused by the ongoing Philippine worker ban. Abdulaziz Al-Ali, Managing Director of KUDLO, expressed hope for a resolution in the Philippine worker dispute to resume recruitment from that country as well.
Looking Ahead:
The signed agreement is a positive step towards fulfilling the demand for domestic workers in Kuwait. With the online recruitment system and worker training in place, a smoother and more efficient process is anticipated, reported Al Jarida daily.
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