The National Youth Service (NYS) has been lauded for its significant practical contributions to national development, including environmental conservation, infrastructure, disaster response, and employment programs.

• Public Service Cabinet Secretary Geoffrey Ruku highlighted that over 71.8 million trees have been planted since 2022.
• The NYS has facilitated employment for 12,760 alumni since 2024, with 5,720 securing international placements.
• The Service is actively involved in rebuilding 56 homes destroyed by landslides in Chesongoch, Elgeyo Marakwet County, with 80-90% completion.