In a significant move aimed at boosting youth empowerment and addressing local labor market gaps, the Nakuru County Government, in partnership with the World Bank-funded Kenya Informal Settlement Improvement Project (KISIP), today launched a comprehensive vocational skills training initiative.
The program targets youth in Kiamurogi (Nakuru Town East Subcounty), Hilton (Nakuru Town West Subcounty), and Karagita (Naivasha Subcounty).
The Deputy Governor David Kones said the initiative focuses on identifying and training local artisans, including fundis, masons, welders, and plumbers, who are currently involved in infrastructure projects within these informal settlements.
The program aims to enhance their technical expertise and knowledge base, providing them with the necessary skills to thrive in their respective trades. "This program is a crucial step in fulfilling our commitment to youth empowerment," stated a county official during a sensitization meeting in Karagita. "By equipping our youth with in-demand skills, we are not only improving their livelihoods but also contributing to the overall economic growth of Nakuru County." Stated Kones He noted that the key component of the project is the implementation of Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL).
