The youth constitute the largest segment of Kenya’s population and represent one of our country’s greatest assets, presenting us with a tremendous opportunity to drive innovation, productivity and economic growth.
Hosted Dr. Jean-Luc Stalon, UNDP Resident Representative in Kenya and Carole Kariuki, Chief Executive Officer of the Kenya Private Sector Alliance (KEPSA), at the National Treasury for an update on the progress of the https://t.co/uGOUIBtg7c Youth Employment Programme.
The Programme is a strategic partnership between the Government, UNDP and the private sector that equips young people with market relevant skills, workplace experience, professional networks and employment opportunities.
The Government will continue to implement strategic interventions, including the National Youth Opportunities Towards Advancement (NYOTA) Programme and the https://t.co/uGOUIBtg7c Youth Employment Programme to expand employment opportunities.
Creating jobs at scale requires partnership. 🤝
By joining forces with @KEPSA_KENYA, @UNDP Kenya's #NextGen.KE is mobilizing the power of Kenya’s private sector to equip young people with the skills, experience, and opportunities needed to succeed.
@UNDPAfrica@alexanderdecroo
Another 🇰🇪 win in London!
There is coffee and there is Spring Valley Coffee! This Thursday @SpringValleyCoffee was crowned the best new coffee shop at #TheLondonCoffeeFestivalAwards 2026! A Kenyan owned enterprise, it operates ten outlets in Nairobi employing over 100 staff most of them youths.
Because coffee is more than a drink. It’s an invitation. It’s #GoingFarTogether.
As we encourage more investments into Kenya 🇰🇪 #FDI, we are equally working to ensure Kenyan businesses including diaspora- owned companies enter and thrive in the UK 🇬🇧 market.
Hongera champions of London 👏🏿👏🏿
Onwards and upwards 💪🏿👍🏿
@KEPSA_KENYA@InvestKenya_@MakeItKenya@KenyaMissionUK@UKinKenya@SingoeiAKorir@roselinenjogu@Diaspora_KE@ForeignOfficeKE@FCDOMattBaugh@edwardabarnett
Thank you London. My third Abott Major medal is on my neck. And on a day that humanity made a giant leap on marathon history. It’s also the first time a Kenya High Commissioner has run the #TCSLondonMarathon. We just opened the door to more possibilities. Thank you Coach Dedan Miricho and my #AccountabilityPartners. Next up? Please stay tuned.
@KenyaMissionUK@SingoeiAKorir@ForeignOfficeKE
What’s your gift?
This question came up in conversations today with leaders in business and investment circles on the sidelines of the Commonwealth Trade and Investment Summit in London.
We reflected on a shared concern: how do we better support the many startups in Kenya 🇰🇪 to scale, rather than seeing them sold too early or fail before reaching their potential?
There’s a role for institutions and government to create an environment where young businesses are protected from exploitation and encouraged to innovate. But there’s also a more personal truth we often overlook: we are not all gifted in the same way.
Not every innovator is built to scale.
Not every investor or entrepreneur is wired to create.
Not everyone who scales a business is suited to sustain it long-term.
Self-awareness matters.
Understanding your unique strengths allows you to contribute meaningfully- and to seek the right partnerships where needed.
So, what is your gift?
And how can you use it to help Kenya 🇰🇪 grow stronger, more resilient businesses?
#StartUps #ScaleUp #Innovation #Entrepreneurship #Leadership #SiliconSavanna
@InvestKenya_@KEPSA_KENYA@MakeItKenya@ElgonKenyaLtd@KariukiKui@KenyaMissionUK@A_Madara
The closure of the straits of Hormuz will affect Africa most. Other continents either have alternative sources (Russia etc) or have stockpiles (China). US invasion of Vemezuela was calculated to buffer energy supplies in anticipation of Iran way. Africa despite being a producer will be hit most by supply shocks. Yet there is no coordinated energy strategy by the Africa Union. We are on our own
What a deserving recognition. A strong, intelligent and articulate voice for the world, not just for the developing nations. This ought to be the future UN Secretary General. A woman who can help uplift the organization and multilateralism in general!
You know what is beautiful about @ishowspeedsui being in Kenya? Watching Kenyans be excited about just excitement. Last year we were hurting. If 2026 is Kenyan men shouting "I love you" to a regular guy (not a politician and not a profit), then I am here for all of it.
Partnerships are key to harnessing the youth dividend, and Kenya’s vibrant private sector holds the key.
Today @UNDPKenya and @KEPSA_KENYA signed a letter of intent to accelerate youth employment, working hand in hand with the private sector and the Government of #Kenya 🇰🇪.
@alexanderdecroo@KuiKariukiC
I have walked the path of being one of the few women in leadership, feeling the weight of expectation. I also know the incredible power that lies in mentorship, community and empowerment.
This International Women’s Day, I urge every woman and girl to:
✨ Step forward with confidence.
✨ Prioritize well-being.
✨ Lift as you climb. No one succeeds alone and
✨ Take action today.
Let’s lead. Let’s empower. Let’s rise.
#IWD2025 #ForAllWomenAndGirls
We are thrilled to have been part of the #KEPSAat20 High-Level Forum that took place at KICC yesterday
As the official media partner, we are happy to document the private sector’s journey, showcase key successes, and highlight future goals aimed at enhancing Kenya’s economic sustainability and global competitiveness.
#KEPSAat20 #PartnershipsforImpact
@KEPSA_KENYA@KuiKariukiC@WacekeNdungu@OliverMathenge@jamessmat@AmbokoJH
Hongera KEPSA for 20 years of exceptional Private Sector coordination and partnership in the interest of Kenya 🇰🇪
Glad to have joined you with H.E The President for this commemoration of your journey as we look to the future.
Onwards and Upwards.
This evening, I had the honor of hosting H.E. President @WilliamsRuto as he officiated the Kenya Private Sector Alliance (@KEPSA_KENYA) 20th Anniversary at the KICC, Nairobi.
As a government, we remain fully committed to our Bottom-Up Economic Transformation Agenda (BeTA) to drive investment, boost production, create employment, and reduce the cost of living to improve the livelihoods of Kenyans. We believe that strong collaboration with the private sector is essential to realizing this vision.
I encourage the private sector to invest locally and play a key role in fostering rural industrialization. This can be achieved by establishing production businesses within the country and injecting directing capital to local manufacturers, particularly young enterprises, to help them tap into existing markets and grow their potential. 1/3
@MITIKenya@PSAhassan@DrJumaMukhwana@AlfredKOmbudo@IndustryKE@Trade_Kenya@InvestmentKenya@KEPSA_KENYA@StateHouseKenya
My gifted brother @idriselba, the key is not in how others see Africans, but in how Africans see themselves. We are the primary audience for our own stories, and what we say, why we say it, and to what end it is said ultimately determines our place in the world.
I'm deeply honored to join @nyuCIC and its brilliant staff to build ambitious partnerships that deliver real-world impact. I'm especially excited by @nyuniversity's world-class researchers. Sarah Cliffe has been an inspirational leader & I look forward to building on her legacy