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Originally published by The Standard Business
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July 22, 2026
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The future of our workforce depends on the skills we build today

The future of our workforce depends on the skills we build today

I met Yusuf, a young online delivery rider relying on customers he picked up at the stage. But after acquiring a smartphone, he began using digital platforms to access delivery jobs...

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The article highlights the urgent need to equip Kenya's youth with digital and future-ready skills to prevent a widening skills and opportunity gap. It uses the example of a delivery rider named Yusuf to illustrate the transformative power of access to technology and learning opportunities.

  • Kenya has one of the youngest populations globally, with nearly three-quarters under 35.
  • Organizations like Safaricom are investing in infrastructure and digital skills hubs to bridge connectivity and opportunity gaps.
  • The article emphasizes that bridging the digital divide requires a shared commitment from government, educational institutions, and the private sector to create an inclusive digital economy.

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