Musalia Mudavadi Opens National Job Fair
The job fair is part of a series of initiatives designed to help the youth secure meaningful careers while also promoting Kenya’s positive global image.

Musalia Mudavadi opened National Job Fair, urged youth to represent Kenya with honor abroad. Photo/Musalia Mudavadi.
In a significant event ahead of the Jamhuri Day celebrations on December 12th, Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi officially opened the National Job Fair, a pivotal gathering aimed at connecting young Kenyans with opportunities for overseas employment.
The job fair is part of a series of initiatives designed to help the youth secure meaningful careers while also promoting Kenya’s positive global image.
During his address, Mudavadi shared a powerful message with the youth, urging them to be exemplary ambassadors of Kenya as they seek employment abroad.
“Our global reputation thrives when we carry ourselves with honor,” he said, stressing the importance of discipline, adherence to the laws of host countries, and the pride in representing Kenya on the international stage.
Mudavadi’s message highlighted the need for Kenyan youth to carry the national flag high, both figuratively and literally, wherever they go.
Mudavadi also offered practical advice to young Kenyans seeking overseas opportunities, emphasizing caution and due diligence.
“Kuuliza si ujinga” (asking is not foolish), he advised, encouraging them to thoroughly verify placement agencies before committing to any overseas employment opportunities.
“Taking time to verify placement agencies can make all the difference between a dream fulfilled and a potential setback,” he noted.
This, according to Mudavadi, would help ensure that young Kenyans avoid exploitation and other pitfalls that can occur in the quest for international work.
Success, he reiterated, is a journey that requires patience, discipline, and unwavering commitment—values that can guide youth to sustainable careers and prosperous futures.
The event also saw the participation of key government officials, including Roseline Njogu, the Principal Secretary for Diaspora Affairs, Dennis Itumbi, Head of Presidential Special Projects and Creative Economy, and Isaiya Kabira, the Secretary of Investments and Entrepreneurship.
Together, they celebrated the substantial contributions of the Kenyan diaspora in driving the nation’s economic growth, innovation, and skills transfer.
The fair served as a reminder of the critical role that the diaspora plays in shaping Kenya’s global presence and future prosperity.
As the National Job Fair continues to unfold, it promises to be a key platform for the youth to connect with potential employers, gain insights into overseas job markets, and embark on pathways toward personal and professional success.