Coastal counties urged to equip youth with green skills

A group of youth hold placards for sustainable development goals during the 2023 International Youth Day celebrations themed 'green skills for youth towards a sustainable world'. [David Gichuru, Standard]

In a move to combat carbon emissions and foster environmental conservation, youth groups at the forefront of the fight against climate change have called upon the Mombasa County Government to invest in training and employing youths with green skills, focusing on the planting of mangrove trees.

Ajenda Kenya and Siasa Place have jointly appealed to the county to empower the youth by providing them with skills that align with green initiatives, thereby creating sustainable employment opportunities.