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Festive season is a good time to tackle youth joblessness



Over a thousand jobless youths from Migori County turned up for the KWS recruitment on April 15, 2024 most of them were turned away for failing to meet the requirements including height. [File, Standard]

It's December again, and many people are looking forward to merrymaking as they spend time with friends and relatives during the festive period. But the festive season, with its promise of joy and renewal, could hold the key to addressing Kenya's persistent youth unemployment challenge.

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