This archive report was first published on 21 June 2021.
Published on June 21, 2021, a stark reality in Kenya and beyond is the crippling youth unemployment crisis.
Developed countries like the United States and Japan have implemented successful initiatives to support young entrepreneurs, offering soft loans to kick-start their businesses.
Meanwhile, in Kenya, leaders prioritize politics over delivery, leaving graduates with high expectations of securing jobs disappointed year after year.
Many young Kenyans are forced to take on low-paying, high-risk jobs, while others fall into depression due to the burden of repaying Higher Education Loans Board debts.
For years, unscrupulous politicians have exploited the desperation of the youth, using them as scapegoats for their own failures.
However, the youth themselves share some of the blame for electing poor leaders who neglect their future.
It's time for the youth to wake up, prioritize their dreams, and demand change by voting for leaders who genuinely care about their well-being.
By taking control of their destiny and vying for representative positions, the youth can ensure their voices are heard and their needs are addressed.
Implementing policies that foster small and medium-sized businesses will create more job opportunities, empowering the youth to drive economic growth.
As the majority of the population, the youth's needs must be met to prevent a revolution that could lead to chaos and lawlessness.
