Kenya's Kazi Mtaani Relaunched: 113,000 New Jobs in Climate-Focused Initiative

Kenya Relaunches 'Kazi Mtaani' as 'Climate Workx Mtaani,' Creating 113,000 Jobs Kenya has relaunched its popular Kazi Mtaani program, rebranded as Climate Workx Mtaani. This initiative aims to address youth unemployment by providing 113,000 jobs across 46 counties for six months. The program focuses on climate-resilient infrastructure projects, primarily road construction and related tasks. The daily wage for participants is 500 Kenyan shillings. This significant investment of public funds demonstrates the government's commitment to tackling unemployment and improving infrastructure. The program excludes Nairobi, focusing on other counties across the nation. "This is an opportunity to acquire skills," stated Charles Hinga, Principal Secretary, State Department for Housing and Urban Development, in an interview featured in the video. "It will allow you to pursue other job opportunities in the future." The program's relaunch is a positive step towards economic empowerment and infrastructure development in Kenya. The focus on climate-resilient projects also highlights the government's commitment to environmental sustainability.