By Michelle Ndaga
Nairobi’s State House was a hive of activity as the inaugural Kanairo Empowerment Season 1 officially got underway, bringing together hundreds of women and youth groups from across the city.
The initiative, aimed at boosting livelihoods and fostering investment in small-scale enterprises, is designed to equip participants with the resources, skills, and networks needed to sustain and grow their daily hustles.
Throughout the day, attendees engaged in vibrant networking sessions, shared experiences, and explored opportunities for collaboration. Organisers emphasised that the programme is not only about financial support but also about building lasting capacity through mentorship, training, and market linkages.
State House officials noted that empowering women and young people is central to driving inclusive economic growth, adding that the Kanairo Empowerment programme will run in phases to reach even more beneficiaries in the coming months.
Participants expressed optimism that the platform would provide the push needed to transform their ventures into sustainable sources of income, signalling a promising start for the Season 1 rollout.
