Kenya’s youth percentage among the highest globally

Kenya’s youth could present a labour dividend in terms of productivity. FILE PHOTO | NMG

The proportion of Kenya’s youth to the population is among the highest globally, presenting the economy with a vibrant manpower if put to productive use.

Kenya’s ratio of youth (aged 15-24) to the population stands at 20.3 per cent, above the world’s average of 15.8 per cent and 19.2 per cent for Africa.

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