The Uganda High Court has ruled on the case of a migrant worker who died under suspicious circumstances in Saudi Arabia, emphasizing the legal responsibility of recruitment agencies for workers' safety. This landmark decision highlights the vulnerabilities faced by migrant laborers and may set a precedent for enhanced protection measures. The ruling underscores the urgent need for stricter regulations to safeguard the rights and wellbeing of Ugandan workers abroad. As migrant labor remains a critical economic avenue, this verdict could spur reforms aimed at ensuring fair treatment, accountability, and improved working conditions for those seeking opportunities overseas.

The issue of migrant workers from East Africa facing harsh conditions in the Middle East largely stems from systemic problems in the labor migration process, notably the kafala (sponsorship) system. Women, who make up a significant portion of domestic workers in the region, are particularly vulnerable to abuses in the system, which include physical and sexual violence, withholding of wages, and extremely poor living conditions.

Supporting migrant workers is not just about providing immediate aid; it's about investing in the long-term wellbeing of the global society, ensuring that everyone, regardless of their journey, has the opportunity to live with dignity and purpose.

“you cannot teach me about trafficking because I experienced it”- said a survivor. There is therefore a need for governments and “experts” to involve survivors and victims of such injustices in decision making especially concerning laws and plans for victims and survivors of such.

Tukole was organized as a community project by Ntare Consulting, with a goal of creating a network of likeminded individuals especially of Ugandan descent to help address some of the pressing business issues in our common diaspora experience. We do this through networking, financial education and giving back