Governor Stephen Sang has presided over the graduation of 650 young Nandi residents empowered with life-changing skills.
The skills are now poised to transform the youth’s livelihoods and significantly boost the county’s economy.
Of the youths, 350 graduates were trained under the KCB Foundation’s flagship “Tujiajiri Program” within Nandi County’s Vocational Training Centres and while 300 graduates were recruits passing out from the newly invigorated Nandi County Youth Service.
“These young men and women standing before us today represent the vibrant promise of Nandi. They are now skilled, empowered, and ready to drive tangible transformation right from the grassroots level.
This is not just about individual success; it’s about building a more resilient and prosperous county for all,” said Governor Sang.
Through the Tujiajiri Program, graduates gained practical, hands-on expertise in critical economic sectors vital for development, including masonry, carpentry, hairdressing, electrical installation, mechanical work, and various other technical trades.
“These are far more than just certificates. They represent pathways to self-reliance, the seeds of entrepreneurship, and the foundation for greater economic resilience for our youth and their communities,” the county boss said.
“Skills are the currency of the future, and today, 650 of our young people are richer for it,” he added.
The Governor also announced that Nandi County was expanding collaborations with institutions like KCB Foundation to increase training opportunities.
He further said they are solidifying the Nandi County Youth Service as a permanent pillar for community-driven development.
Meanwhile, the second cohort of the Tujiajiri Program was immediately launched after the graduation.
