The Institution of Engineers of Kenya (IEK) has petitioned the government to create 10,000 jobs for unemployed engineers, citing a crisis where over half of qualified engineers are out of work. This follows a peaceful march where they raised concerns about the exclusion and underpayment of local professionals in major infrastructure projects by foreign firms.

• IEK proposes creating jobs across various sectors, including 1,500 in roads, 2,000 in energy, and 4,000 in affordable housing.
• The petition was led by Eng. Shammah Kiteme, President of the IEK.
• IEK also called for an audit of foreign firms to ensure fair compensation and urged penalties for misuse of professional licenses.