The African Regional Organisation of the International Trade Union Confederation argues that the relentless cycle of abuse and exploitation mark the daily existence of African migrant workers in Saudi Arabia, particularly as the country seeks to host the 2034 FIFA World Cup.
Wage theft, forced labour, and unsafe working conditions characterize the lives of these workers, raising severe concerns about their treatment, especially with regard to the Kafala system.
The complaint to the United Nations emphasizes that without immediate and decisive action, the exploitation of migrant workers is likely to escalate, risking further human rights violations and preventable deaths.
FIFA, while a signatory to the UN Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights, has faced accusations of failing to address the human rights risks associated with hosting the World Cup in Saudi Arabia.
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