How to Apply for the New Kazi Mtaani Program, Climate Works 2025
Kenya’s President William Ruto has reintroduced the Kazi Mtaani program aimed at providing employment opportunities for young people. Originally established in 2020 following President Uhuru Kenyatta’s election, this initiative offered temporary jobs to youth in slum areas to alleviate the economic hardships caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.
On Madaraka Day, June 1, 2025, President Ruto announced the revival of Kazi Mtaani, emphasizing its goal to improve the lives of Kenya’s youth and inspire hope for the future. The new initiative aims to engage 110,000 young individuals from 46 counties, with Nairobi currently excluded from participation. Participants will be involved in various activities, including city cleaning, small road construction, tree planting, and enhancing community living conditions.
The project is backed by the Ministry of Roads, which is allocating Ksh. 5 billion, and will be implemented as part of the ClimateWorX initiative that seeks to merge financial benefits with sustainable practices. In 2022, President Ruto had suspended the program, believing that policies promoting affordable housing would provide more sustainable job opportunities.
The reintroduction of Kazi Mtaani reflects the government’s commitment to tackling youth unemployment and increasing income for young people in challenging areas. Additionally, the president has launched the National Youth Opportunities Towards Advancement (NYOTA) program, which will be implemented in collaboration with the World Bank over the next five years to create job opportunities for the youth.
The revival of Kazi Mtaani indicates that officials recognize the urgent need for effective and immediate solutions to assist unemployed youth, providing them with work, enhancing their skills, and improving community welfare simultaneously.
How to Apply for Climate Works
1. Visit the Registration Portal: Go to register.kms.go.ke.
2. Create an Account: Enter your personal information, including your name, gender, phone number, date of birth, and disability status if applicable.
3. Provide ID Details: Input your ID number, place of birth, and ID serial number.
4. Enter Location Information: Specify your county, sub-county, ward, village/settlement, and residence.
5. Educational and Skill Information: Indicate your education level, skill level, and preferred job type.
6. Agree to Terms and Conditions: Accept the terms and conditions and submit your application.
After submitting your application, you can check its status online or visit your local Chief’s or County Commissioner’s office for updates.
