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Originally published by KBC County NewsJuly 3, 2026
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Youth urged to embrace government empowerment programmes
Young people in Homa Bay County have been urged to take advantage of government empowerment programmes to improve their livelihoods and avoid being manipulated by politicians into engaging in violence and other unlawful activities. Homa Bay Town Sub-County Deputy County Commissio..
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Young people in Homa Bay County are being urged to leverage government empowerment programs to improve their livelihoods and avoid exploitation by politicians. Deputy County Commissioner Charles Mwayaya highlighted unemployment as a major challenge for youth vulnerability.
- Various government departments, including Youth Affairs and Social Development, are offering initiatives like the Business Development Support Program (grants up to Sh50,000) and the On-the-Job Experience Program.
- The call was made during a youth sensitisation baraza in Homa Bay Town on Thursday, with officials like Youth Officer Ben Omeno and Social Development Officer Lilian Wandera present.
- Youth are also encouraged to register for national identity cards to access essential services and employment, as emphasized by Registrar of Persons Collins Saruchon.
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