The Principal Secretary of the State Department of Shipping and Maritime Affairs, Geoffrey Kaituko, was among key government officials who participated in a high-level meeting focused on consolidating and harmonizing the country’s job creation programs. The meeting, chaired by His Excellency Deputy President Kindiki Kithure, aimed to streamline various initiatives under different ministries, departments, and agencies to enhance job opportunities for citizens.
The gathering, which took place at the Deputy President’s office, brought together Principal Secretaries (PSs) and Chief Executive Officers (CEOs) from various state agencies. Participants discussed ways to integrate and optimize existing programs for greater impact, ensuring that they effectively address the employment needs of the population.
In his remarks, Deputy President Kindiki emphasized the importance of collaboration across government entities to ensure the efficient use of resources and a more coordinated approach to job creation. He reiterated the government's commitment to tackling unemployment through strategic and sustainable initiatives.
Geoffrey Kaituko highlighted the critical role of the maritime and shipping sector in driving employment and economic growth. He underscored the need for the sector to contribute to broader government efforts to create jobs, particularly for the youth, by tapping into the potential of Kenya’s maritime industry.
The meeting concluded with an agreement to set up a task force to monitor the progress of harmonized job creation programs, with a clear focus on maximizing their impact in the coming years.
This move is seen as a significant step toward addressing unemployment in Kenya, which remains a key challenge in the country’s economic landscape. The government has committed to taking proactive steps to ensure that its job creation efforts are well-coordinated and accessible to all citizens.