Introduction:
The Murang’a Youth Service (MYS) is an initiative by the Murang’a County Government aimed at empowering young people through short-term employment, vocational training, and business support. Under this programme, youths engage in community service activities such as town cleaning and drainage maintenance while earning a stipend. The initiative is anchored in the Murang’a County Youth Service Policy 2023, which seeks to provide employment opportunities and equip youth with self-employment skills for a sustainable future.
How the Programme Works
The programme begins with a two-month community service phase, where the selected youths participate in various community activities such as town cleaning, drainage clearing, and environmental conservation. During this period, they receive a daily stipend of KES. 400, out of which KES. 100 is allocated to their parents as an incentive to encourage commitment and responsibility.
Following the community service phase, participants transition into Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) courses that are fully funded by the County Government. These courses provide hands-on skills in various trades, equipping the youths with competencies that enable them to pursue self-employment or secure formal jobs.
Upon successful completion of the vocational training, graduates receive seed capital of KES. 15,000 to kick-start their businesses based on their acquired skills.
To further support their entrepreneurial journey, they are granted a one-year tax exemption certificate, allowing them to establish and stabilize their businesses without immediate financial pressure.
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