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In Kenya, about one in every three people under 35 is unable to find a job despite actively seeking work. This challenge is exacerbated by the 1.7 million jobs estimated to be lost as a result of lockdowns and restrictions put in place to curb the spread of Covid-19.
Youth unemployment and underemployment have been majors issue in Kenya. Policymakers and stakeholders have invested in Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) institutions, anticipating that the increase in skill acquisition will result in access to gainful employment. Unfortunately, a recent literature review found that only three out of nine rigorous evaluations of TVET programmes show some positive effect on employment outcomes. This research shows that on average, skills training programmes increase employment by only 2.6 per cent – a much lower result than the 10x- or higher rates that policymakers expected.
Varsities, National Treasury top in State s performance appraisal
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The National Treasury building, Nairobi.[Elvis Ogina,Standard]
Universities have dominated the list of top ten best performing parastatals in performance contracting of all ministries, departments and agencies (MDAs) with the University of Embu emerging as the best-performing state corporation.
The National Treasury was ranked the best ministry.
This is according to the latest report by the Public Service Performance Management and Monitoring Unit (PSPMMU) looking at the performance of 223 public institutions in the last financial year.
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In the ranking, Tharaka Nithi University emerged second, followed by the Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) Curriculum Development, Assessment and Certification Council.
Local expert offers tips on what to do when researching a dog trainer
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By: Web Staff
and last updated 2021-05-27 15:57:15-04
NORFOLK, Va. - Eight dogs died at a Portsmouth dog training business this week, and Portsmouth Animal Control has opened up an investigation into the incident.
We went to the experts to find what you need to know when searching for a dog trainer.
According to Shari Strader from South Paw Pet Services in Norfolk, if you re doing board and train, it s important to research the business and go there to check out the facility yourself.
Ask about their credentials - if they claim to be certified, verify the organization that certified them.
Officials and expert rangers from KWS attended an intensive occupational analysis workshop from May 17-22, 2021 to revise the ranger training curriculum.
Outdoor Cinema Series on May 21.
Once a month through September, the mall will showcase five films in a drive-in manner in the
South Sutherlands Parking Lot. No entry is allowed from the Patterson Road side. The first film being shown is âThe Sandlotâ to celebrate the start of the Junior College World Series. Gates open at 7:30 p.m., and the show begins at 8:30 p.m.
The mall is partnering with
Community Food Bank for the event
, so theyâre asking guests to provide canned food or cash donations as an entrance fee. The series is presented by
Alpine Bank.
When guests arrive, theyâll be directed to a parking spot by volunteers from the food bank. Volunteers will tune their radio to a designated station so that guests can listen along. A popcorn vendor will also be on site.