Embu County Government

𝐄𝐦𝐛𝐮 𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐲 𝐋𝐚𝐮𝐧𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐬 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐡 𝐃𝐢𝐠𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐥 𝐒𝐤𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐈𝐧𝐧𝐨𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐓𝐞𝐜𝐡𝐧𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐠𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠

The Embu County Government has officially launched Season One of the Youth Digital Skills and Innovative Technologies Training Programme in Mbeere South and Mwea as part of its commitment to empowering young people with relevant digital and technological skills.

The Mbeere South training was officially opened by County Executive Committee Member (CECM) for Youth Affairs, Ms Jane Weroga, who was accompanied by Chief Officer for Youth Empowerment Ms Luceta Njeri, the Sub County Administrator, and the Mavuria Ward Administrator. Speaking during the launch, Ms Weroga noted that youth empowerment remains a key pillar of Governor Cecily Mbarire's development agenda and reaffirmed the county's commitment to equipping young people with skills that enhance employability, innovation, and entrepreneurship. She encouraged the trainees to use the knowledge they acquire responsibly and productively.

The programme was also launched in Gategi, Mwea, where Chief Officer for Youth Empowerment Ms Luceta Njeri presided over the opening ceremony. She urged the participants to take full advantage of the opportunity to gain digital competencies that are increasingly essential in today's technology-driven world.

The month-long training is being implemented in partnership with Achievers College and has attracted enthusiastic participation from youth across the two regions. The Office of the MCA was also represented during the launch events.

The initiative is expected to equip young people with practical digital skills and innovative technology knowledge, enhancing their competitiveness in the job market and supporting self-employment opportunities.

𝐄𝐦𝐛𝐮 𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐲 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐬 𝐃𝐢𝐠𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐥 𝐒𝐤𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐬 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐦𝐦𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐒𝐢𝐚𝐤𝐚𝐠𝐨 𝐢𝐧 𝐌𝐛𝐞𝐞𝐫𝐞 𝐍𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐡

Following the successful rollout of the Youth Digital Skills and Innovative Technologies Training Programme in Runyenjes and Manyatta Constituencies, the Embu County Government has now extended the initiative to Siakago in Mbeere North Constituency, giving more young people an opportunity to acquire digital skills for the modern economy.

More than 100 young men and women from Mbeere North have enrolled in the one-month training programme being implemented through the Department of Youth Empowerment in partnership with Achievers College. The programme forms part of the county government's ongoing efforts to equip youths with practical digital competencies that can enhance employment opportunities, entrepreneurship, and innovation.

The trainees will participate in both physical and online learning sessions covering advanced digital literacy and productivity, digital collaboration and remote work essentials, content creation, digital content monetization, and other emerging technology-related skills.

Speaking during the launch in Siakago, County Executive Committee Member (CEC) for Youth Affairs, Gender, Culture and Social Services, Ms. Jane Waroga, encouraged the participants to embrace the training wholeheartedly and take advantage of the opportunities presented by the digital economy.

"The world is increasingly becoming technology-driven, and digital skills are no longer optional. I encourage all the trainees to remain committed throughout the programme, acquire the knowledge being offered, and use it to create employment, start businesses, and improve their livelihoods. This training is part of our commitment to empowering young people and preparing them for the future," said Ms. Waroga.

She reaffirmed the commitment of the administration of Her Excellency Governor Cecily Mbarire to investing in youth empowermen

𝐄𝐦𝐛𝐮 𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐲 𝐋𝐚𝐮𝐧𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐬 𝐃𝐢𝐠𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐥 𝐒𝐤𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐬 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐡𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐲𝐚𝐭𝐭𝐚

More than 100 young men and women from Manyatta Constituency have begun a one-month Youth Digital Skills and Innovative Technologies Training Programme organized by the Embu County Government through the Department of Youth Empowerment.

The training, which attracted a large number of applicants after being advertised on the county portal, is being implemented through a partnership between the Embu County Government and Achievers College. Participants will undertake both physical and online learning sessions covering key areas such as advanced digital literacy and productivity, digital collaboration and remote work essentials, content creation, and digital content monetization, among other modules.

Speaking during the launch, Chief Officer for Youth Empowerment Ms. Luceta Njeri encouraged the trainees to take full advantage of the opportunity by acquiring practical skills that will enhance their employability and create income-generating opportunities. She urged them to apply the knowledge gained responsibly to improve their livelihoods and contribute to economic growth.

Upon successful completion of the programme, participants will be awarded certificates from Achievers College.

𝐆𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐨𝐫 𝐌𝐛𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐫𝐞'𝐬 𝐈𝐧𝐟𝐫𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐀𝐠𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐚 𝐆𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐬 𝐌𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐮𝐦 𝐚𝐬 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐮𝐫𝐮𝐦𝐨 𝐖𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐨 𝐊𝐚𝐬𝐞𝐯𝐞 𝐑𝐨𝐚𝐝 𝐏𝐚𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐬 𝐓𝐞𝐜𝐡𝐧𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐩𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧

The Embu County Government through the Department of Roads today conducted a technical inspection of the Kenya Roads Board (KRB) funded Marurumo Wango Kaseve Road project in Mwea Ward, Mbeere South Constituency.

The inspection was carried out by a multisectoral committee comprising representatives from the Departments of Finance and Procurement, the Governor's Delivery Unit, the Ward Administrator's office and members of the local community.

The committee assessed the works undertaken on the road, including opening up of new sections, grading and murraming. Members expressed satisfaction with the quality of work delivered by the contractor and confirmed that the project had met the required standards.

Residents welcomed the improvements, saying the road will significantly ease movement within the area and facilitate the transportation of agricultural produce and other goods to markets.

The project is funded through the Kenya Roads Board programme and forms part of the county government's efforts to improve rural road connectivity and support economic development at the grassroots.

The successful implementation of the project underscores the commitment of Cecily Mbarire to expanding infrastructure across Embu County. Through continued investment in roads and other key development projects, the county administration is working to enhance access to markets, services and opportunities for residents while accelerating economic growth in all parts of the county.