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Dervish reports 129 child labor cases by July
A recent report from the Jordanian Ministry of Labor revealed that the number of child labor cases detected up to the end of July 2026 was 129 cases. The report emphasized that child labor is governed by the provisions of the Labor Law when certain conditions—such as salary, dependency, and supervision—are met. It clarified that children working within a employment relationship that fulfills these conditions are subject to the ministry’s oversight, whereas begging is not considered child labor and is governed by other laws. The report indicated that the targeted age group is under 18, with a prohibition on employing children under 16 in all cases, including work within their families if the conditions are satisfied. It also confirmed that sectors most affected by child labor include trade, agriculture, industries, and services, with ongoing efforts to monitor and curb the phenomenon. In 2026, 129 child workers were discovered, with 56 violations issued and 130 warnings given to offenders. Data suggests that the actual number of child workers is higher than the recorded figures; a 2016 survey estimated around 69,000 child workers, which calls for new national surveys to determine the true scope of the issue and to work towards reducing it.
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