Youth unemployment is a ticking time bomb amid hope over Vision 2060 plan
As Kenya begins a national conversation on what the country should become beyond Vision 2030, one question risks being pushed to the margins: what future will young Kenyans have in the economy being planned for 2060? The question is already visible in a statistic that may appear ordinary at first glance: that we should not […]
Kenya is navigating a complex economic future, with youth unemployment emerging as a critical issue. While Vision 2060 aims to shape the country's long-term development, the pressing reality of young Kenyans seeking employment cannot be ignored. The competition for a mere 3,000 internships reveals a stark mismatch between demand and supply.
With over 36,000 applications for these positions, competition is fierce, highlighting the desperation young people face in finding stable work. The official unemployment rate among Kenyans aged 15-34 is 17.7%, while underemployment and lack of formal employment further exacerbate the challenge. Despite the creation of 822,100 jobs in 2025, a significant portion came from the informal sector, raising questions about job quality and sustainability.
As Kenya looks beyond 2030, addressing youth unemployment must be at the forefront of its agenda. The long-term success of Vision 2060 depends on providing young people with meaningful employment opportunities, which will determine the country's future prosperity.
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