Ruto launches 30,000 youth internship programme
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President William Ruto has launched the Next Generation Youth Employment Programme (NextGen.KE), an initiative designed to connect 30,000 young Kenyans with private-sector internships and skills training.
- The programme aims to bridge the gap between education and employment by providing practical workplace experience.
- Key partners include the Kenyan Government, the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), and other collaborators.
- President Ruto emphasized that internships are crucial for developing skills and gaining a competitive edge in the job market, urging graduates to prioritize learning and experience over immediate financial gain.
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