The government is calling on youths to make their application for a six-month climate-focused work program similar to Kazi Mtaani that will see over 113,000 young people recruited nationwide to participate in key environmental and infrastructure projects.
Narok Central Deputy County Commissioner (DCC) Kennedy Mwangome, who chairs the Sub-County Technical Committee overseeing the recruitment in his sub-county, urged youths in the region to apply through the government portal crsp.go.ke.
Applications opened on June 5 and will remain open for 10 days.
“We are encouraging all eligible young people to apply. This is a chance to gain meaningful work experience, while contributing to environmental conservation and community development,” Mwangome.
Narok Central was allocated one of the highest beneficiary quotas in the county, with 267 casual workers and 9 supervisors to be recruited.
The DCC attributed this to the sub-county’s high number of informal settlements and vulnerable populations.
County Director of Housing and Secretary to the Sub-County Technical Committee, Rotich Charles, said the program will focus on projects related to roads, housing, and the environment.
“Youths recruited under this initiative will engage in activities such as tree planting, river reclamation, drainage expansion, cleaning of market centers, and clearing of roads,” Rotich said.
He added that participants will undergo orientation and training led by officers from the State Department for Youth and the National Government Administrative Officers (NGAO).
In total, Narok County will engage over 1,075 youths in the six-month program, which is part of a broader national target of 113,000 participants, aged between 18 and 35 years.
One youth per household will be selected, with preference being given to low-income applicants.
While the program is a temporary measure, the government hopes it will provide the much-needed income and a stepping stone to long-term economic empowerment.
“This is not just about wages; it’s about giving our young people purpose, structure, and a role in building climate resilience,” said Mwangome.
By Lamech Willy. A
