Kenyan youth face jobs, political challenges on Youth Day

Speaking to Capital FM on International Youth Day, writer, economist and 2027 presidential candidate Sungu Oyoo identified unemployment as one of the biggest challenges facing young people...

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On International Youth Day 2026, young Kenyans face significant challenges including high unemployment, economic insecurity, and political exploitation, despite their aspirations for a dignified future and meaningful societal contribution.

A youth unemployment rate of 67.7 percent was cited as a major hurdle.
Key figures like writer and economist Sungu Oyoo and international lawyer Njahira Gitahi highlighted these issues.
Concerns were raised about the financialization of politics, the allure of quick money schemes like gambling, and the inadequate impact of government youth funds.