A Relief To Unemployed Kenyan Youth As Kazi Mtaani Project Has Officially Been Revived Back.
Speaking During Madaraka Day Celebrations In Homabay At Raila Odinga Stadium, President William Ruto Announced Reviving The Program Under The New Name “Climate Worx“.
According to Ruto, the rebranded Climate Worx programme will engage youth in activities such as tree planting, road construction, and environmental sanitation.
In His Speech,the initiative aims to provide employment opportunities for over 110,000 young Kenyans across all 47 counties.
Ruto highlighted that the programme, which began in Nairobi, had achieved significant success and would now extend to the remaining counties, focusing on informal settlements.
“I am equally pleased to report to the nation that, effective this week, we will commence the nationwide rollout of Climate Worx, a bold and ambitious initiative aimed at engaging over 110,000 young people across all 47 counties in meaningful work that strengthens our nation’s resilience, beginning with informal settlements,” Ruto announced.
“Launched last year in Nairobi, the programme has recorded significant success and is now being expanded to the remaining 46 counties. Structured as a social protection programme, Climate Worx will engage youth to deliver vital public goods, including the construction of roads, the planting of trees, and the improvement of environmental sanitation within their localities.”
The head of state, in addition, stated that through the Climate Worx programme, the government is not merely providing immediate financial assistance but also creating pathways for young people to pursue future opportunities.
He emphasised that the initiative will also offer financial relief and serve as a bridge to enable youth to launch businesses, further their education, or secure long-term employment.
“Through Climate Worx, we are not just offering a pay cheque for today; we are providing financial relief and a bridge to future opportunities, enabling young people to pursue their next steps, whether in launching a business, furthering their education, or stepping into long-term employment,” he added.
