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Following successful discussions between the Kenyan government and the firms, Kenyan youth are set to profit from over 300,000 jobs in global tech giants Google, Intel, and Apple.
President William Ruto made the statement on Sunday during a church service in Nairobi’s Langata neighborhood, saying the government is committed to generating digital opportunities for the youth by building ICT centres in every ward across the country.
The president’s statement comes as Kenya maintains its status as a regional innovation and technology hub. The ICT hubs and free Wi-Fi hotspots will give young Kenyans access to the tools and resources they need to improve their digital skills and compete for employment in the global economy.
Kenya’s population is young and vibrant, with more than 70% of its residents under the age of 35. This demographic dividend presents Kenya with a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to participate in the global digital economy.
Investment by the government in ICT hubs and digital skills training is also timely. The COVID-19 epidemic has hastened the digital transformation of economies around the world, resulting in an increase in the demand for qualified personnel in the digital sector.
