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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,…

New digital marketplace launched to link Kirinyaga youth to jobs

Sacco ReviewSeptember 15, 2026September 15, 202609 mins

A new digital platform is targeting young people across Kirinyaga The initiative brings several groups onto one marketplace Leaders say technology and business support can help tackle unemployment A digital marketplace has been launched in Kirinyaga that will connect youths for employment opportunities. The platform, dubbed KiriMarket, was launched in Kagio by the Kirinyaga Young…

PS Njogu urges Kenyans to register with migration authority

Sacco ReviewAugust 29, 202608 mins

Kenyans seeking jobs abroad urged to use licensed recruitment agencies. Government says Kazi Majuu has opened overseas jobs for thousands of Kenyans. Youth encouraged to gain technical skills and secure valid passports. The government has advised Kenyans to ensure they register with the Safe Labour Migration Authority before travelling abroad in order to avoid being…

Informal work dominates as Kenya adds 3.27m jobs

Sacco ReviewAugust 17, 202608 mins

Kenya added about 3.27 million jobs between 2022 and 2025, with 2.84 million coming from the informal sector. KNBS data shows informal employment continues to dominate Kenya’s labour market, rising to about 18.1 million in 2025. The figures highlight the need to focus not only on job numbers but also on income security, productivity and…

NYOTA project launches mentorship for youth beneficiaries

Sacco ReviewAugust 8, 202605 mins

NYOTA mentorship starts August 10 for 122,000 youth beneficiaries. More than 4,879 mentors will provide business coaching and market support. Government is preparing financing, AGPO training and apprenticeship opportunities The government has scheduled a fresh round of mentorship sessions for National Youth Opportunities Towards Advancement (NYOTA) Project beneficiaries beginning August 10, with more than 4,879…

NYOTA jobs scheme youth induction begins at Lamaiywet School

Sacco ReviewAugust 4, 202605 mins

NYOTA has started a 20 day youth induction at Lamaiywet Comprehensive School in Uasin Gishu. Beneficiaries will undergo workplace skills training before a five month apprenticeship. Participants will earn certification and receive a monthly stipend. The NYOTA On the Job Experience programme has kicked off induction training for youth beneficiaries at Lamaiywet Comprehensive School in…

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…