WUSC - Refugee Access to Work Permits and Business Licenses in Kenya

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Document Type: Reports and Assessments
Document Type: English
Publish Date: 12 July 2023 (1 year ago)
Upload Date: 3 August 2023 (1 year ago)
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WUSC - Refugee Access to Work Permits and Business Licenses in Kenya

Document Type: Reports and Assessments
Document Language: English
New Report Explores the Gap between Policy and Practice for Refugee Livelihoods: In Kenya, refugees—in both urban and camp settings—engage in employment and run businesses to cover their basic needs. This is possible under the Refugee Act 2021 that allows refugees to engage in gainful employment and entrepreneurship. Currently, refugees can apply for Class M work permits with Immigration Services. And they can apply for business licences with county authorities to regulate their activities. Read more here: https://wusc.ca/refugee-access-to-work-permits-and-business-licenses-in-kenya/

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  •  Livelihood & Social Stability
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