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September 6, 2026
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Trained for jobs they can’t find, Kenyan youth turn to digital platforms

Trained for jobs they can’t find, Kenyan youth turn to digital platforms

Millions of jobs have been created since 2023, but most are informal, leaving graduates struggling...

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Kenyan youth trained for specific careers are struggling to find employment in their fields, forcing many to seek opportunities in the rapidly growing digital platform economy.

  • 87% of jobs created in Kenya between 2023 and 2025 were in the informal sector.
  • Young graduates like Velma Muhando and Clifford Mutuma are finding their qualifications do not guarantee employment.
  • Many are turning to gig work as delivery riders and other platform-based roles, which offer flexibility but require self-financing of expenses.

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