Kenyan Youth Abandoned as Corruption and Unemployment Continue to Rise
By John Muthoga Wambugu For many young people in Kenya, the promise of a better future has slowly turned into frustration, hopelessness, and economic hardship. Despite repeated promises from political leaders about job creation, empowerment programs, and economic transformation, millions of Kenyan youth continue to struggle with unemployment, poverty, and exclusion from national opportunities. Kenya remains one of the youngest countries in Africa, with a large percentage of the population under the age of 35. However, instead of benefiting from this youthful population, the country continues to witness rising unemployment levels among graduates, skilled workers, and young entrepreneurs. Every year, thousands of students leave universities and colleges with hopes of securing meaningful employment, only to encounter a system plagued by corruption, nepotism, and inequality. One of the greatest challenges facing Kenyan youth is corruption within public institutions. Funds intended for...