From technology and Artificial Intelligence to the creative economy and climate action, young people are taking the lead. Their ideas, talents and innovations are central to advancing Kenya’s Vision 2030 aspirations and shaping the country beyond 2030.
PS FIKIRINI JACOBS hosted Dr. Emmanuel Kombe Nzai, Chairperson of the Kenya Vision 2030 Delivery Board, who paid a courtesy call to my office.
HE was encouraged by the growing role of young people in creating solutions, driving innovation and shaping the future
Every Second Counts (ESC), which promotes first aid, Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and emergency response skills to equip communities with life-saving knowledge.
I wish her the very best as she carries Kenya’s hopes and aspirations to the global stage
Today Ps Fikirini Jacobs handed the Kenyan flag to Wilkister Rotich, Miss International Kenya 2026, ahead of her journey to Japan, where she will represent our country at the Miss International pageant.
As she prepares to fly our national flag on the international stage, I encouraged her to represent Kenya with pride and confidently showcase our rich culture, heritage and talent.
Beyond the crown, Wilkister is championing social impact through her initiative,
@fikirini_jacobs@NYC_YouthVoice Under H.E. President William Samoei Ruto, the Government continues to invest in irrigation and strategic partnerships to boost food production, create jobs and reduce reliance on agricultural imports.
Ahead of the 10th Meeting of Principal Secretaries, I joined the Chief of Staff and Head of the Public Service, Mr Felix Koskei, EGH, alongside my colleague,Principal Secretaries, on a working tour of the Bura and Galana-Kulalu Irrigation Schemes.
@fikirini_jacobs@NYC_YouthVoice The proposed Galana Dam, with a capacity of 305 million cubic metres, is expected to provide irrigation water for up to 300,000 acres, expanding year-round farming and food production.
@fikirini_jacobs@NYC_YouthVoice While at Galana-Kulalu in Kilifi County, we inspected Galana Bridge, the solar power plant and Selu Farm. The Government is partnering with Selu Farm Limited, Nyumba Foundation and Pwani Farm Ranches to accelerate agricultural development.
@fikirini_jacobs@NYC_YouthVoice At Bura, we inspected the 26-kilometre gravity canal, which delivers 25 cubic metres of water per second and supports irrigation of 12,000 acres. The scheme is also attracting private investment in sugarcane, rice and cotton production across 85,000 acres,
@fikirini_jacobs@NYC_YouthVoice The facility will bring essential services closer to young people, expand access to opportunities and equip them to actively participate in national development
Earlier today, PS Fikirini Jacobs inspected the ongoing construction of the Ganze Youth Empowerment Centre in Kilifi County, which is now 50% complete.
@fikirini_jacobs@NYC_YouthVoice The Youth Empowerment Centre will serve as a one-stop hub for digital services, skills development, entrepreneurship support, career guidance and information on Government opportunities.
@fikirini_jacobs@NYC_YouthVoice The centre is a flagship project of the State Department for Youth Affairs and Creative Economy under the Government of Kenya, led by H.E President William Samoei Ruto. It is anchored in the Kenya Youth Development Policy, which provides for the establishment of Youth Empowerment
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