Marsabit, Kenya
- 178 graduates from Merille and Saku Vocational Training Centers complete training under KCB Foundation’s 2Jiajiri Programme, in partnership with Mastercard Foundation.
- 108 toolkits handed over, with 70% of beneficiaries being women, boosting inclusivity and women’s economic empowerment.
- Programme has so far trained 35,000 youth and created 150,000+ jobs nationwide, positioning young people as drivers of Kenya’s economic future.
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178 young people from Merille and Saku Vocational Training Centers have graduated under the KCB Foundation’s 2Jiajiri Programme, a transformative initiative implemented in partnership with the Mastercard Foundation.
The milestone marks a significant step in tackling youth unemployment by equipping graduates with practical skills and entrepreneurial tools to transform their lives and communities. The event was graced by Marsabit Governor Hon. Ali Mohamud, who commended the graduates for their resilience and encouraged them to be change-makers in their communities.
During the graduation, 108 toolkits were handed over to help the graduates kickstart their businesses in different trades. Notably, 70% of the beneficiaries are women, highlighting a deliberate push for inclusivity and women’s economic empowerment.
Over the past five years, the 2Jiajiri initiative has empowered 8,500 youth across Kenya with technical and vocational training, resulting in the creation and sustenance of more than 43,000 jobs.
National Impact of 2Jiajiri
Since inception, the KCB Foundation’s flagship programme has:
- Trained over 35,000 youth across the country.
- Created more than 150,000 jobs.
- Supported thousands of startups through loans, grants, and toolkits.
The Marsabit graduates now join this growing network of young entrepreneurs who are actively driving Kenya’s socio-economic transformation.
As these young people take their first steps into business and employment, their journey reflects the power of investing in skills and innovation. Programmes like #2Jiajiri underscore the role of partnerships between the private sector, development partners, and government in unlocking opportunities for the next generation.
“This is more than a graduation – it’s a promise of resilience, creativity, and growth for our youth,” said one of the officials at the event.
With determination, the graduates from Marsabit are set to become trailblazers, fueling not just their own futures but also the broader economic potential of Northern Kenya