Kenyan authorities have taken swift action following a significant raid on a house near Nairobi, resulting in the arrest of four police officers. The operation uncovered 37 Ethiopian nationals, believed to be victims of human smuggling and trafficking. Reports suggest that the detained Ethiopians were en route to South Africa in pursuit of improved living conditions. Efforts are underway to identify and apprehend all involved parties, including the owner of the house and other members of the smuggling ring. Kenya is a common transit route for Ethiopian migrants attempting to illegally enter South Africa, according to the UN migration agency IOM.

Source: Ethiopian News February 21, 2024 13:54 UTC