The informal sector in Kenya was among the sectors severely affected by the effects of the Covid-19 pandemic but is currently on it's path to recovery. “As a sector, we have pursued numerous interventions to find resilient solutions to ensure members can continue to earn an honest living as they adjust to the new normal,” said Richmond Muteti, CEO, Informal Sector Coalition on Business support and Continuity. The sector has been working closely with the Kenya National Chamber of Commerce and Industry(KNCCI) to ensure well-coordinated access to opportunities and assistance towards access to affordable finance. The bodaboda sector which also employs a large number of youth in the country was severely hit by the various Covid-19 restrictions. "This shows full support of the Buy Kenya, Build Kenya initiative," said Patricia Mwende, Secretary General, Kenya National Federation of Juakali associations.

Source: The Star September 26, 2020 05:03 UTC