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Bill proposes mandatory training for Kenyan migrant workers

Sacco ReviewSeptember 25, 202604 mins

A new framework could change how Kenyans prepare for jobs abroad Workers would be expected to gain knowledge beyond their job-specific skills Experienced workers could have another pathway to formal certification The Industrial Training Bill, 2026 could introduce mandatory pre-departure training for Kenyans seeking work abroad, NITA has told Parliament. The proposals emerged on September…

PS Fikirini: Youth programmes should be treated as economic investments

Sacco ReviewSeptember 16, 202604 mins

Government urges a fresh approach to funding youth development programmes Youth initiatives highlighted as potential drivers of economic growth Skills, entrepreneurship and employment remain key areas for young people Principal Secretary for Youth Affairs and Creative Economy Fikirini Jacobs has called for a shift in how government and development partners view expenditure on youth programmes,…

Kenya’s jobs deficit is a warning Kenya can’t afford to ignore

Sacco ReviewSeptember 3, 2026011 mins

Kenya faces a widening gap between new workers and available jobs. Experts urge stronger links between education, skills and industry. MSMEs, manufacturing and agriculture could unlock large scale employment. Kenya is producing young people for a labour market that is simply not creating opportunities fast enough. That is the uncomfortable reality laid bare by United…

SMEs urged to invest in staff training to curb unemployment

Sacco ReviewAugust 3, 202605 mins

SMEs urged to invest in staff training to tackle unemployment Workforce development seen as key to creating jobs and boosting productivity Employers urged to improve working conditions and career growth Small and medium sized enterprises (SMEs) have been urged to help tackle Kenya’s unemployment crisis by investing in staff training, mentorship and career development, rather…