Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi has assured Kenyans in diaspora of the governments’ commitment to the protection of their rights and welfare while working in the foreign land.

Mudavadi said this will go hand in hand with the mainstreaming of their contribution towards nation building process.

He said this when he presided over the send-off ceremony for more than 60 teachers who have secured job placement in various district schools across the United States of America.

“As you embark on this journey, remember that you are ambassadors of Kenya’s values and aspirations. Your success in the international arena will not only benefit you personally but will also elevate the standing of Kenyan education worldwide,” he said.

The Prime CS also the Cabinet Secretary for foreign and diaspora affairs and the acting Cabinet Secretary for education reminded the teachers and Kenyans who are already working over-seas of the importance of remaining disciplined, focused and hardworking.

He said Kenya has gained immense reputation globally as Kenyans working in most foreign countries have proved to be trustworthy, reliable, committed and have shown high standards of competence in various sectors of the foreign labour market.