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Youths call on the Government to address challenges in applying for NYOTA Funds

Deputy President Kithure Kindiki addressing Lari constituents on Wednesday, May 21, 2025. [File, Standard]

Many young people in the pastoral and semi-arid regions of West Pokot County risk being excluded from the National Youth Opportunities Towards Advancement (NYOTA) project due to illiteracy, insecurity, poor infrastructure, and limited awareness.

The NYOTA Project, a five-year initiative funded by world bank, aims to tackle unemployment, promote entrepreneurship, and encourage savings among Kenyan youth.

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