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Ruto proposes Sh1 billion start-up fund for youth innovation

President William Ruto. [PCS]

President William Ruto has proposed a budgetary allocation of Sh1 billion to fund youth start-ups to boost job creation and innovation across the country.

The proposal came as he announced plans to move the Kenya Innovation Agency (KIA) to the Office of the President for more efficient coordination.

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