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By Grace Mwende  Government Spokesman Hon. Isaac Mwaura has announced that President William Ruto's administration has designated 46,000 vacant positions in the public sector exclusively for the youth. This initiative is part of the government's effort to boost youth involvement in government roles. To further this goal, the government is encouraging those aged 60 and above to retire, creating more opportunities for younger generations to enter the public sector. This strategy reflects the administration's broader mission to ensure that Kenya's youth have a significant role in shaping the nation's future. Hon. Mwaura urged the youth, particularly those from the Gen Z demographic, to remain patient and trust that President Ruto is attentive to their needs and aspirations. During the weekly press conference, Mwaura also highlighted the importance of supporting the inclusive government formed by President Ruto and former Prime Minister Raila Odinga, emphasi...

By Jane Muthusi Dr. Jotham Gichuhi, Chairman of the Diaspora Recruiters Association and Director at A&J Global Limited, a licensed recruitment firm, has called on stakeholders in the recruitment and migration sectors to enhance collaboration for better outcomes for Kenyan emigrants. During a stakeholders' meeting convened by the newly appointed Cabinet Secretary for Labor and Social Protection, Dr. Alfred Mutua, in Nairobi, Dr. Gichuhi emphasized the importance of cooperation among state agencies involved in the migrant worker process. He highlighted the need for a seamless journey for migrant workers, particularly in addressing challenges faced by Kenyan nurses seeking employment in the United States. Dr. Gichuhi urged the Kenyan government to negotiate for a special visa for Kenyan nurses aspiring to work in the U.S. to mitigate the current visa retrogression issues. "By strengthening these areas, we can better prepare our citizens for the challenges they may...

Law Society of Kenya (LSK) President Faith Odhiambo has called for the enforcement of the two-thirds gender rule in Kenya. Highlighting the persistent underrepresentation of women in leadership, Odhiambo called for more decisive action to ensure gender parity, particularly in political spheres. Addressing the audience at LSK Annual Conference, Odhiambo emphasized the need to see more women in leadership roles, not only in professional settings but also within the political arena. "We need to see more women rising to the top, more women as partners, and more women in decision-making positions," she stated. However, she pointed out the significant challenge that remains: the continued lack of female representation in Parliament. Odhiambo revisited the historical context of the gender rule, referencing the 2012 advisory opinion by former Chief Justice David Maraga, which called for the dissolution of Parliament due to its failure to meet the two-thirds gender require...

By Grace Mwende  Advocate Stanley Manduku has emphasized on the significant role of Generation Z in driving recent political and social changes in the country. Speaking to the media during the ongoing Law Society of Kenya (LSK) Annual Conference, Manduku pointed out the notable reforms and shifts in the political landscape over the past few weeks, attributing much of the momentum to the vocal demands of young people. "In the last five to six weeks, we've seen a surge in activism, particularly from Gen Zs, which has prompted considerable reactions from the political class," Manduku noted. He highlighted the dissolution of the cabinet, the vetting of the Inspector General of Police, and the formation of a National Unity government as responses to the public outcry led by youth. "These changes are essentially addressing the political appeals arising from the agitation of our young people," he stated. According to Manduku, demands for truth and transparency—initiall...