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Youth must bargain for seats at the political high table

The youth must not let a good crisis go to waste. These challenges present an opportunity for them to bargain with political parties for a seat at the high table.

By Roy Sasaka Telewa 6 days ago

Youth must bargain for seats at the political high table

Why youth face rough terrain in post-Covid world

Why youth face rough terrain in post-Covid world

By Dominic Omondi 6 days ago

Young voters' dilemma: they hate ethnic politics but feel trapped in it

Young voters' dilemma: they hate ethnic politics but feel trapped in it

By The Conversation 12 days ago

Dangling jobs to lure voters an act of greed

Dangling jobs to lure voters an act of greed

By Mark Oloo 16 days ago

Wajackoyah's support base is taking root among the young, now and in the future

In recent days, he was reportedly in the United States, benchmarking cannabis growing and processing, in readiness for similar ventures in our fertile soils.

By Peter Kimani 17 days ago

Wajackoyah's support base is taking root among the young, now and in the future

Message from the Chief Administrative Secretary, Ministry of Labour Hon. Jackson Musyoka Kalla

We must implement measures that will fundamentally restructure and re-align institutions and key players in the industry in an effort to achieve Vision 2030.

By NITA - National Industrial Training Authority 18 days ago

Message from the Chief Administrative Secretary, Ministry of Labour Hon. Jackson Musyoka Kalla

Zoomers: The generation with no bank accounts

These individuals were born when every bit of technology that makes life easier is at its peak

By Graham Kajilwa 23 days ago

Zoomers: The generation with no bank accounts

This is why the youth are running away from their duties

The younger generation has an increased desire for instant gratification. They don’t want to put in the hard work and dedication it takes to build an empire.

By Surjit Singh Flora 28 days ago

This is why the youth are running away from their duties

Why is younger generation running away from their duties?

The younger generation has an increased desire for instant gratification.

By Surjit Singh Flora 29 days ago

Why is younger generation running away from their duties?

How to tackle the unending youth criminal gangs

Mutahi says the government should make long-term interventions that address political, social and economic conditions that drive people to criminal groups.

By Patrick Mutahi 29 days ago

How to tackle the unending youth criminal gangs

World Skills Day should usher in new thinking in the labour sector

Up-skilling of the youth has become important in light of the world’s shifting to sustainable development. Skills leading to success include resilience, good communication.

By Antoney Luvinzu 30 days ago

World Skills Day should usher in new thinking in the labour sector

Insurers push innovative ideas to grow uptake among millenials

To attract the younger generation, insurance firms are mulling daily insurance covers. However, there are still hurdles including ones that need a law change.

By Wainaina Wambu 1 month ago

Insurers push innovative ideas to grow uptake among millenials

Where are youth and sports in the campaign pledges?

Topical issues such as corruption, ballooning public debt, unemployment, high taxation, inflation, rising fuel prices and living standards have dominated political rallies and talk show interviews.

By Kelvin Mugambi 1 month ago

Where are youth and sports in the campaign pledges?

Eight reasons why youths are not keen to take part in polls

The youth constitute the majority in our country. However, when it comes to electoral processes, the opposite is the case as demonstrated by the commission's statistics.

By Njau Gitu 1 month ago

Eight reasons why youths are not keen to take part in polls

No tyranny of numbers: IEBC audit unmasks myth of youth vote

Youth registered to vote stands at 39.84 per cent, a decline of 5.27 per cent from 2017. Presidential candidates have in their campaigns focused on winning over the youth vote.

By Jacob Ng’etich 1 month ago

No tyranny of numbers: IEBC audit unmasks myth of youth vote

NSL. Muhoroni Youth, APS Bomet lead race to FKF-PL promotion

Muhoroni Youth and APS Bomet are leading the race to FKF Premier League promotion after winning their weekend National Super League (NSL) matches.

By Washington Onyango 1 month ago

NSL. Muhoroni Youth, APS Bomet lead race to FKF-PL promotion

Excluding youth from leadership fuels a crisis

With the new normal brought by Climate Change challenges leading to high cost of living, it is up to the youth to believe in their own leadership, nurture it and exercise it.

By Isaac Kalua 1 month ago

Excluding youth from leadership fuels a crisis

Unless the government effectively fights corruption citizens will remain averse to paying taxes

When you listen to younger Kenyans just starting out in the job market talk about the tax regime, you get the impression they are not so enthusiastic about paying taxes.

By Clay Muganda 1 month ago

Unless the government effectively fights corruption citizens will remain averse to paying taxes

NSL: Muhoroni Youth edge Fortiune Sacco to move second

Muhoroni Youth moved second in the National Super League (NSL) standings after defeating rivals Fortune Sacco 2-0 in a top of the table match staged at Muhoroni Stadium

By Washington Onyango 1 month ago

NSL: Muhoroni Youth edge Fortiune Sacco to move second

Muhoroni Youth host Fortune Sacco in NSL duel

Muhoroni Youth are seeking to improve their chances of qualifying to FKF Premier League next season when they host Fortune Sacco in a crucial National Super League

By Washington Onyango 1 month ago

Muhoroni Youth host Fortune Sacco in NSL duel

Muhoroni Youth upbeat ahead of Super League top of the table clash

Muhoroni Youth is confident of earning promotion to the Football Kenya Federation Premier League next season.

By Washington Onyango 1 month ago

Muhoroni Youth upbeat ahead of Super League top of the table clash

What is at stake for the youth as we troop to the ballot box?

For the unemployed youth, there is a narrow window of opportunity in this General Election

By Ahmad Moalim 1 month ago

What is at stake for the youth as we troop to the ballot box?

For the youth to make good leaders, character development is necessary

Young does not necessary mean detachment from the past. This is was the vision of the young people: “Now tell them, ‘My little finger is thicker than my father’s waist.

By Edward Buri 1 month ago

For the youth to make good leaders, character development is necessary

Youth, don't be quick to anger, vet all leaders

Today’s populism is fueled by low education levels and a system that prioritises passing examinations and job prospects over critical thinking and analytical skills.

By Charles Onyango 2 months ago

Youth, don't be quick to anger, vet all leaders

Youth urged to take part in peace drives

The government has called for the participation of youth to improve peace, and capacity building to enhance response to conflict warnings.

By Lynet Otieno 2 months ago

Youth urged to take part in peace drives

NYS finally to pay over 600 of its suppliers

After years of delays, the Government is finally set to pay billions of shillings to suppliers of the National Youth Service (NYS).

By Frankline Sunday 2 months ago

NYS finally to pay over 600 of its suppliers

Four players land sports scholarships in US universities

The conclusion of Bahati Super Cup Championships ended up with four players landing full sports scholarships at different American universities.

By Ben Ahenda 3 months ago

Four players land sports scholarships in US universities

Boxers battle in National Schools and Youth Championships in Nairobi

Boxers from the four Kenyan cities were taught boxing lessons in the first edition of the National Schools and Youth Boxing Championships at Charter Hall in Nairobi.

By Ben Ahenda 3 months ago

Boxers battle in National Schools and Youth Championships in Nairobi

Why Kenyan politics is no longer a reserve for 'retirees'

While the entry of young politicians remained locked for years, things started taking a different route in 2013 with the young politicians turning the old into the butt of the jokes.

By Kennedy Gachuhi 3 months ago

Why Kenyan politics is no longer a reserve for 'retirees'

Former Family Bank boss to know fate on NYS scam

Former Family Bank CEO Peter Munyiri will know his fate over the Sh791 million NYS money laundering scandal on Wednesday next week.

By Dominic Omondi 3 months ago

Former Family Bank boss to know fate on NYS scam

Kanango wins national youth championships

Coast chess champion Jamie Kanango showed his potential by winning the National Youth Chess championships at the Khadija Secondary School in Mombasa

By Ernest Ndunda 4 months ago

Kanango wins national youth championships

Young voters seek assurances from leaders eyeing seats

Young people are calling for structured engagement with aspirants for various elective seats in Kericho County to understand their agendas.

By Nikko Tanui 4 months ago

Young voters seek assurances from leaders eyeing seats

Chess: St Patrick’s Iten School shine at Mombasa event

St Patrick’s Iten School players produced sterling performances at the National Youth Chess Championships

By Ernest Ndunda 4 months ago

Chess: St Patrick’s Iten School shine at Mombasa event

Alliance Girls is the team to beat as youth event resumes today

The Kenya National Youth Chess Championship that took a break yesterday resumes today with Alliance Girls High School in the driving seat

By Ernest Ndunda 4 months ago

Alliance Girls is the team to beat as youth event resumes today

Alliance Girls is the team to beat as youth event resumes today

The Kenya National Youth Chess Championship that took a break yesterday resumes today with Alliance Girls High School in the driving seat.

By Ernest Ndunda 4 months ago

Alliance Girls is the team to beat as youth event resumes today

Alliance Girls High School demonstrates prowess at national youth chess championships in Mombasa

Alliance Girls High School dominated the Kenya National Youth Chess Championship that enter into day three Monday at the Khadija Secondary School in M

By Ernest Ndunda 4 months ago

Alliance Girls High School demonstrates prowess at national youth chess championships in Mombasa

Hellen Obiri appointed African Youth Games Chef de Mission

Hellen Obiri was appointed the Youth Africa Games Chef De Mission even though she is still an active player with a busy season ahead

By Elvince Joshua 4 months ago

Hellen Obiri appointed African Youth Games Chef de Mission

Remember adolescents, youth in clamour for financial inclusion

The ambition to have children and the youth accommodated in the inclusion agenda is inspiringly commendable.

By Habil Olaka 4 months ago

Remember adolescents, youth in clamour for financial inclusion

Absorb more young people in public service, ex Pres Sirleaf tells government

President Ellen Sirleaf says this is the only way the young generation can get the voice and space to serve while being mentored.

By Patrick Vidija 4 months ago

Absorb more young people in public service, ex Pres Sirleaf tells government

You don't have to know someone to be police, Homa Bay youth told

The National Police Service Commission (NPSC) has said the forthcoming recruitment will be based on merit.

By James Omoro 4 months ago

You don't have to know someone to be police, Homa Bay youth told

Don’t suit up: Fashion-forward politicians do appeal to voters

Subconscious biases play a role in election campaigns, and politicians running for office must look the part to win over Generation Z.

By Too Jared 5 months ago

Don’t suit up: Fashion-forward politicians do appeal to voters

How youth stand to benefit by ending plastic use

Many people have had an unpleasant encounter with plastic. Our livestock’s intestines are messed after feeding on plastic.

By Lynet Otieno 5 months ago

How youth stand to benefit by ending plastic use

The jarring truth about going into business in Kenya

The reality on the ground is that men and women pushed into entrepreneurship have no interest or the necessary acumen.

By X.N. Iraki 5 months ago

The jarring truth about going into business in Kenya

Why we should retool workforce to meet needs of the 21st century

The industrialisation that we seek to achieve coupled with the ongoing green revolution will create new jobs that require new skills.

By Isaac Kalua 5 months ago

Why we should retool workforce to meet needs of the 21st century

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