Kajiado launches the second phase of Vijana Tujiajiri youth empowerment programme

Kajiado Youth Benefit from Vijana Tujiajiri Program
Overview
Beneficiaries: At least 785 trainees this year, with plans to expand to 1,500 after the first three years.
Partners: KCB Foundation and County Government of Kajiado.
Objective: Equip youth with technical skills, job creation opportunities, and self-employment pathways.
Program Highlights
Training Locations: Isinya Vocational Training Centre.
Focus Areas: Six economic pillars including hospitality, construction, mechanics, agriculture, and other trade-specific skills.
Innovation Integration: Plans to include AI, robotics, and other emerging technologies in future programs.
Funding: KSh 40 million, jointly by KCB Foundation and the county government.
Skills & Benefits
Vocational and technical training for out-of-school and vulnerable youth.
Practical exposure through industrial attachments, life skills, and work readiness.
Provision of trade toolkits, business support, and employment linkages.
Success stories, e.g., Benson Meoli, an electrical installation graduate, now self-employed and employing five others.
Government & Partner Statements
Governor Joseph ole Lenku: Youth have a unique opportunity to create their future; aligns with county transformation agenda on modulated pastoralism and livable towns.
KCB Foundation Head, Joblin Omari: Focus on youth empowerment, community impact, and sustainable livelihoods; 150,000 jobs have already been created nationally through similar initiatives.
Deputy County Commissioner Michael Yator: Program addresses high youth unemployment; government committed to higher education transition for skill development.
Vision
Provide youth with market-ready skills, bridging the gap between learning and earning.
Foster self-employment, entrepreneurship, and job creation.
Equip the next generation to contribute meaningfully to Kajiado and Kenya’s economy.