Government statistics indicate that the youth constitute 85 per cent of the unemployed, making it the largest group that is economically disadvantaged. UNEMPLOYMENTIn particular, youth unemployment leads to idleness and increased cases of crime, radicalisation, and drug and substance abuse. This week, the government, working with partners, including MasterCard Foundation, launched a Sh100 billion fund to provide skills training for the youth and also offer seed money for them to start businesses. Tackling youth unemployment is complex but it starts with education and training. Efforts to support the youth to get into gainful employment are quite encouraging.

Source: Daily Nation June 21, 2019 21:11 UTC