The development comes after the Kiambu MP announced a comprehensive full scholarship for all TVET students from his constituency who pursue short courses. This huge boost has one objective: to give the youth valuable skills in an attempt to secure jobs and improve their standard of living.
During the commissioning of the newly renovated Kangoya Primary School in Ndumberi, Waithaka has reiterated that his leadership will focus on youth development through technical education.”My leadership is ready to ensure that there is a change in the lives of the young people by sponsoring them in studying technical short courses,” he said.
According to the MP, students will undergo training in plumbing, masonry, tiling, cosmetology, catering, and electrical engineering. The move depicts the MP’s strong bid to empower the youth with practical skills.
Students interested in applying for the bursary will, however, be required to present a copy of their national ID, their parents’ ID, birth certificate, two passport photos, and an academic certificate. Registration is taking place at the chiefs’ offices in Ting’ang’a, Riabai, Ndumberi, and Kiambu Township. To this.