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Government Launches Youth Jobs Initiative
The national government has officially announced the recruitment of 110,000 youth under the Climate WorX programme, following President William Ruto’s Madaraka Day directive. The CRSP portal is now open for applications.
Eligibility and Application Process
The application is open to Kenyan citizens aged 18 to 35 years. Applicants must have a National ID or Maisha Card, and will need to provide ward, village, and sublocation details. Those with prior involvement with the National Youth Service must declare it.
Verification Process
Verification will be handled jointly by NGAOs, chiefs, and village elders to ensure transparency. Priority will be given to new applicants and excluded individuals with previous misconduct records.
Types of Jobs Offered
Youth will be deployed in their local areas for tasks including:
- Rehabilitation of feeder roads
- Upgrading of pedestrian walkways
- Improving drainage systems
- Environmental cleaning and conservation
In Nairobi County alone, the programme has restored 47 km of riparian zones and cleared 84 km of clogged drainage.
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Payment and Duration
Participants will work in 10-day shifts. General workers will earn Ksh500 per day, while supervisors receive Ksh580 daily. Payments are processed via M-Pesa.
Expansion Plans
A second recruitment phase is scheduled for January to March 2026. The government aims to increase the number of employed youth to 200,000 while upholding gender parity and inclusivity for persons with disabilities.
