Article 30 of our Kenyan constitution seriously abhors slavery in all its forms. However, slavery in its contemporary forms has permeated different sectors of the Kenyan economy. According to the 2023 Global Slavery Index, an estimated 239,000 + Kenyans are victims of Modern Slavery mostly in the agricultural, mining, tourism, and construction industries.
Governments and non-state actors are implored under the SDGs to take immediate and effective measures to eradicate modern slavery in all its forms by 2025. While significant efforts have already been made, more strategic partnerships and concerted efforts are required to pool resources to scale up successful interventions.
In our deliberate efforts and contribution toward this agenda, therefore, HURIA is currently working with Base Titanium as an exemplary corporate company in Kwale to sensitize state and non-state actors on modern slavery prevention. Through our model working partnership, we are also supporting Base Titanium to mitigate the potential impact of post-employment modern slavery risks to its vulnerable employees. After 11 years of mine operations in Kwale, Base Titanium Limited will be winding up its operations by December 2024.
To realize this, HURIA this week trained 50 Chiefs and Village Elders from Matuga, Msambweni, and Lunga Sub-counties on the basic knowledge of Modern Slavery Prevention. We anticipate that this training will help encourage the NGAOs to monitor Modern Slavery complaints and other exploitative practices for redress. #sdgs
