Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has intensified the government's economic empowerment programme in Ruiru Constituency, pledging support for thousands of small and medium enterprises (SMEs).

Speaking Sunday during an empowerment forum at Ruiru Technical and Vocational College grounds, Kindiki reassured micro and small enterprise owners of the government's full support while detailing the administration's ongoing initiatives aimed at fuelling national development. "Our efforts as leaders to empower small-scale traders are designed to complement existing government programmes with similar goals.

To revitalise Micro and Small Enterprises (MSEs), the government is implementing several initiatives, such as NYOTA (National Youth Opportunities Towards Advancement) and KJET (Kenya Jobs and Economic Transformation).

Supporting MSEs remains a priority to ensure their expansion and long-term sustainability," he said. "Programs like NYOTA and KJET, which are nearing finalisation for rollout, are designed to economically empower Kenyans.