Kenya's government initiatives, such as the Sh30 billion National Youth Opportunities Towards Advancement (Nyota) project, are being criticized for their ineffectiveness in alleviating poverty despite significant funding. These programs, often presented as opportunities, are primarily serving as temporary relief measures rather than long-term solutions.

• The Nyota project, launched by President William Ruto on December 8, 2026, involves the disbursement of billions through catalytic funds.
• The main purpose of these catalytic funds is poverty alleviation, but their impact has been limited.
• The article suggests that numerous government administrations have established similar funds, yet the overarching challenge of poverty persists in Kenya.