Young people from refugee and host communities in Garissa and Turkana counties are set to benefit from a new digital skills and employment programme.
It was launched by the International Labour Organization (ILO) in partnership with Microsoft, Power Learn Project Africa, the Turkana County Government, and supported by the Government of the Netherlands under the PROSPECTS Partnership.
The initiative will train 1,700 learners over 25 weeks through a blended learning model delivered via digital hubs, community organizations, and refugee-led groups.
Up to 1,000 participants will also receive Microsoft certification vouchers, enabling them to earn internationally recognized credentials.
The programme focuses on digital and workplace skills, with advanced training in cloud computing, artificial intelligence, and data analytics.
The the initiative aims to bridge the gap between digital training and employment opportunities as Kenya’s digital economy continues to expand.
ILO Country Director Caroline Khamati Mugalla said the programme is designed to ensure young people in refugee-hosting communities are not left behind as technology transforms the labour market.
Microsoft and Power Learn Project Africa said the initiative will equip participants with practical skills and connect them to employment opportunities in the digital economy.
