Nyamira Governor Amos Nyaribo encouraged young people to pursue vocational training as a practical route to self-employment and lasting wealth.
During the launch of a KSh 30 million collaboration between Nyamira County Government and the KCB Foundation, the Governor stressed the value of providing youth with practical, industry-relevant skills. The project, equally funded with KSh 15 million from each party, has already offered complete scholarships to 579 students.
This initiative aligns with a key promise in my election platform regarding job and wealth creation through youth empowerment. By supporting young people strategically, we’re developing a more inclusive community, stated Governor Nyaribo.
He characterized the program as realizing a manifesto commitment to job creation, emphasizing that youth empowerment is fundamental to establishing an independent, inclusive society. To broaden its impact, the Governor revealed an extra KSh 10.5 million provision to assist 1,786 trainees with partial scholarships.
Governor Nyaribo also renewed his administration’s dedication to enhancing education through projects including building ECDE classrooms and implementing the school feeding “uji” program.
KCB Foundation Head of Programs, Mr. Joblin Omari, praised the county’s leadership for focusing on youth empowerment and skill development. “These abilities will enable young people to create their own employment,” he stated, highlighting the foundation’s aim of fostering job creators instead of job seekers. He mentioned that the top 50 graduates will receive equipment kits to start their business ventures.
Nyamira County CEC Member for Education Emily Ongaga emphasized the importance of vocational education in preparing youth for real-world challenges. “We’re providing our trainees with hands-on abilities that will allow them to be independent and generate jobs for others,” she observed.
Education Committee Chairperson and Manga MCA Samuel Ogeto promised complete backing for the initiative, confirming needed budget allocations would be approved. “We’ll authorize funding for these initiatives since they focus on people’s needs and create jobs for our young people,” he stated. He further expressed hope for better collaboration, adding, “The conflicts between the County Executive and Assembly will cease.”
This collaboration represents a source of hope, offering opportunity, self-respect, and improved prospects for Nyamira’s young generation.