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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,…

Co-operatives PS explores youth partnership with Okoa Vijana

Sacco ReviewSeptember 12, 202604 mins

State Department explores youth partnership with Okoa Vijana. Programme to support youth cooperatives and savings groups. Partnership targets skills, finance, markets and enterprise development. The State Department for Co-operatives is exploring a strategic partnership with Okoa Vijana Initiative to strengthen youth participation in Kenya’s cooperative movement. Principal Secretary for Co-operatives Patrick Kilemi said the discussions…

Busia, EASSI sign deal to boost women’s cross-border trade

Sacco ReviewSeptember 3, 202603 mins

Busia and EASSI strengthen efforts to support women in cross border trade. New partnership targets harassment and exploitation in the fish trade. Women traders are set to benefit from safer and more inclusive markets. The Busia County Government, through the Department of Strategic Partnerships, has formalised a 16-year relationship with the Eastern African Sub-Regional Support…

Machakos budget standoff paralyses youth and bursary funding

Sacco ReviewSeptember 3, 202605 mins

Machakos budget cuts put bursaries and youth programmes at risk. Residents demand answers as key county services remain paralysed. Governor Wavinya clashes with MCAs over funding for youth programmes. Budget cuts for education bursaries, youth empowerment and vocational training programmes are at the centre of the budget stalemate in Machakos County. The standoff brought Machakos…

Makueni equips 3 youth groups to boost SMEs and incomes

Sacco ReviewAugust 24, 202603 mins

Makueni equips three youth groups to grow businesses Groups receive equipment to boost income generating activities County urges more youth to join community groups Three community groups in Mtito Andei have received business equipment from the Makueni County Government to support income-generating activities and strengthen small enterprises. The groups received the equipment under the Department…

NGEC urges youth to join cooperatives for capital access

Sacco ReviewAugust 13, 202606 mins

NGEC has urged greater youth participation in Kenya’s economy, with Saccos seen as a key source of savings and credit. Youth businesses still face limited capital, markets and procurement opportunities. The commission called for stronger implementation of youth empowerment programmes and policies. National Gender and Equality Commission (NGEC) has renewed calls for young Kenyans to…

NYOTA business mentorship begins countrywide

Sacco ReviewAugust 10, 202604 mins

NYOTA mentorship sessions have begun across all 47 counties for Cohorts 1 and 2. MSEA says participation is mandatory for beneficiaries to access the next support phase. Mentors will provide practical guidance on business management, growth and sustainability. Mentorship sessions under the NYOTA Business Support programme officially kicked off today in all 47 counties, targeting…

Gov’t to equip Homa Bay youth groups with SME skills

Sacco ReviewAugust 10, 202605 mins

Government plans to equip youth groups in Homa Bay with practical skills and resources to develop sustainable businesses. Nearly 600 youth groups will identify suitable enterprises, with proposals subject to verification before support is allocated. The programme will promote entrepreneurship, employment and youth empowerment while strengthening peace, security and unity in the county. Principal Secretary…

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…

Siaya youth groups receive machinery in MSEA empowerment drive

Sacco ReviewAugust 1, 202604 mins

MSEA issued machinery to 15 youth groups in Siaya County to boost youth enterprises, employment and incomes through an economic empowerment programme. Beneficiaries received equipment including welding machines, sewing machines, motorcycles, salon kits, car wash machines and other business tools to support enterprise growth. Youth were urged to apply for the Kenya Jobs and Economic…