PRESIDENT RUTO URGES YOUTH TO LEAVE HOMES AND LOOK FOR JOBS

BY PATIENCE SAMBA

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 President William Ruto today urged young people to stop staying at home waiting for jobs and instead take initiative to create their own opportunities. Speaking during the Nyota fund program in Nakuru, he encouraged youths to use the KSh 25,000 fund to start businesses and develop skills, emphasizing that “jobs will not come knocking at your door.” President Ruto said initiatives like the Nyota program are designed to empower young people, promote entrepreneurship, and boost local economic growth.


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