Government urges youth, MSMEs to embrace manufacturing, value addition

Trade PS Juma Mukhwana says manufacturing remains one of the country's largest employers after the public sector and has the potential to absorb thousands of young people...

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Kenya's government is urging young people, Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs), and the private sector to increase their involvement in manufacturing and value addition to boost economic growth and exports.

Trade Principal Secretary Juma Mukhwana highlighted that Kenya has supportive policies and open markets but insufficient local production to meet demand.
The government aims to reduce unemployment by moving beyond primary production and investing in processing and manufacturing.
Quality and credibility through international standards, testing, and certification are crucial for competing in global markets, as emphasized during World Accreditation Day 2026.

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