Youth innovation hubs in Kenya have been challenged to strengthen partnerships with government agencies, financial institutions and private-sector organisations to attract investment and create more opportunities for young entrepreneurs.
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The call was made during the Youth Innovation Hubs and Stakeholder Engagement Forum held in Nairobi.
The forum was convened by Youth for a Sustainable World in collaboration with Nailab, with support from the United Nations Population Fund.
The engagement sought to connect youth-led innovation hubs with potential investors, technical experts and strategic partners.
The initiative forms part of a four-year United Nations joint programme on youth skills, employability and civic engagement, supported by the Government of Canada.
The programme seeks to improve access to employment and entrepreneurship opportunities, particularly among young women and marginalised youth.
Innovation hubs play an important role in supporting young people through mentorship, access to technology, business incubation and networking opportunities.
The call for stronger partnerships comes as Kenya continues to explore technology and entrepreneurship as potential drivers of employment and economic development.
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