Kenyan youth — news, careers and real opportunities

Want straight news and practical next steps for Kenyan youth? This tag page collects stories, tips and local moves that matter — from radio shakeups to career ideas you can act on this week. If you care about media, jobs, sports or culture, you’ll find short, useful pieces here.

Where Kenyan youth are making gains

Kenyan young people are changing how things work — in media, music, tech and grassroots organising. A recent move in the radio world shows this: DJ Immo left Radio Maisha after seven years and joined Radio 47. That kind of switch signals two things: established stars can still grow their brands, and new stations are hungry for fresh talent. If you’re in media, that’s a chance to pitch your ideas, build a show or make podcast episodes that radio can pick up.

Tech hubs in Nairobi and other towns keep creating jobs and project work. You don’t always need a fancy degree. Practical skills — basic web development, social media management, video editing and audio production — get you freelance gigs fast. Local incubators and co-working spaces often run short courses and bootcamps that link trainees to paid internships. If you want steady income, combine a marketable skill with part-time freelance work while you look for full-time roles.

Practical moves you can make today

Start small and focus on one path at a time. Want media work? Build a 5-minute show and upload it to YouTube or a podcast host. Use that clip when you apply to stations or pitch to online channels. Want tech? Learn HTML, CSS and a bit of JavaScript, then make a simple portfolio site to show potential clients. Prefer business? Try a small project in agribusiness, reselling, or digital services and track your profits for three months — real results beat any CV line.

Look for work on local job sites like BrighterMonday and on LinkedIn. Join Telegram and WhatsApp groups for freelancers in Kenya — many gigs get posted there first. Apply for internships even if they’re unpaid for a short time; the contacts and experience often lead to paid work.

Don’t forget mental health and safety. Work pressure, unpaid internships and social media stress add up. Talk to peers, join youth groups, or find local NGOs that offer counselling. Protect your online brand: check privacy settings and keep a record of contracts and payments.

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