Poultry farming: A new goldmine for youth in Kenya
Across Kenya, a striking contrast defines the young population: high literacy, advanced education, and vast economic potential paired with severe employment scarcity.
Agriculture forms the foundation of Kenyaโs economyโcontributing over 33% of the GDP and employing nearly 75% of the total population. Yet, despite being the nation's economic engine, youth participation in agriculture remains critically low, with only 10% of young people actively engaged in farming.
Aug 21, 2026
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