Kiharu honors its graduates with over a thousand celebrations.
The National Government Constituency Development Fund (NG-CDF) fully funds the Kiharu Fanikisha Program, a project that Ndindi Nyoro, the Kiharu Member of Parliament, has lauded for its success in providing over 1,000 young people in his constituency with a variety of short courses.
The graduation ceremony took place in Kiharu at a nearby location and brought together the young people, their families, and local politicians to commemorate the graduates’ achievements.
Nyoro spoke at the occasion about the value of empowering young people in his constituency through skill development.
Nyoro said, “This program is a testament to our commitment to providing the youth with practical skills that will allow them to find employment, start businesses, and contribute to the development of Kiharu and the country as a whole.”
The NG-CDF supports the Kiharu Fanikisha Program, which provides young people with the chance to acquire a range of skills, including carpentry, tailoring, plumbing, electrical installation, and other professional trades.
By emphasizing real-world skills that are in high demand in the labor market, the program aims to offer a substitute for traditional schooling, according to Nyoro.
Jane Wambui, a 23-year-old graduate of a tailoring course, was one of the students. “This program has provided me the skills to launch my own tailoring company. “I am very grateful to the MP and NG-CDF for this chance,” Wambui said.
The ceremony was a joyous occasion, with graduates being awarded certificates for their hard work.
Noting that empowering young people is crucial to creating a better future for Kiharu, Nyoro vowed to keep funding similar programs aimed at reducing youth unemployment.
The Kiharu Fanikisha Program’s success has prompted discussions throughout the area, with other groups seeking to replicate similar strategies for empowering young people.
