Speaking during an interview with Tales Extra, a Kenyan lady who once worked in Saudi Arabia revealed how difficult and painful her life was while working abroad.
In her statement, the lady said she had traveled to Saudi Arabia seeking a better opportunity so she could improve her life and support her family back home. She never imagined that instead of a job, she would find herself in a nightmare.
She explained that from the very first day, she faced abuse from her employer’s entire family.
“It was like living in hell,” she said.
She added that every day was full of fear. In the mornings, her boss would shout at her and even slap her. In the afternoons, his wife would continue the abuse, and in the evenings, their sons would repeat it all over again.
Two months before her contract ended, the lady revealed that her boss denied her salary. He claimed the money would instead cover her expenses in the house, including food.
Despite the unfair treatment, she said she did not complain because she knew she was soon returning home. After finally coming back to Kenya, she vowed never to go back to Saudi Arabia again.
Her story highlights the hidden struggles many domestic workers face abroad, showing that chasing opportunities can sometimes come with unimaginable risks.
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