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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…