The Government of Kenya has today announced plans to create 500,000 more jobs for Kenyans annually in the agriculture sector.
In a statement on Friday, November 29, Agriculture Cabinet Secretary Andrew Karanja revealed that the government has launched the Transforming Ecosystems for Jobs in Agriculture through Technology and Innovation (TEJATI) program.
This program, according to the CS, aims to create at least 500,000 jobs annually while driving sustainable growth across the country.
“I joined Mary Muinde, Chief of Staff, representing the First Lady, Mama Rachel Ruto, for the launch of the Transforming Ecosystems for Jobs in Agriculture through Technology and Innovation (TEJATI) program. This ambitious initiative aims to create at least 500,000 jobs annually while driving sustainable growth in all 47 counties,” he said.
The Agri-sector in Kenyan already employs more than 40 per cent of Kenyans.
