Kenyan Delegation in Germany Advances Bilateral Labour Pact

A Kenyan delegation led by Shadrack Mwadime, Principal Secretary of Labour, is in Germany to push forward the bilateral labour agreement signed between the two countries last year. The visit aims to broaden employment pathways for Kenyan youth across multiple sectors and align training with Germany’s market needs.

Highlights from the Frankfurt Engagement

• The delegation, arriving in Frankfurt, held discussions with Rothenberger on expanding job opportunities across the manufacturing value chain. Key focus areas include milling, drilling, and hydraulic engineering—areas seen as critical to meeting Germany’s current workforce demands.
• In addition to technical roles, the talks emphasized practical pathways for Kenyan youth to gain hands-on experience within Germany’s industrial sector.
• The visit is part of a broader series of engagements in Berlin slated for later in the week as Kenyan officials continue to refine and promote the terms of the bilateral agreement.

From Nairobi to Berlin: A Coordinated Effort

• The team comprises senior officials from the Ministry of Labour and Skills Development, working in concert with the Ministry of Labour and Social Protection. Their objective is to address challenges Kenyan youth face when integrating into the German labor market.
• The delegation’s efforts are framed as a bridge-building exercise—supporting youth employability, enhancing vocational training, and ensuring that Kenyan workers are well-prepared for international opportunities under the bilateral pact.

What This Means for Kenyan Youth

• Expanded access to manufacturing and technical roles in Germany could provide valuable international experience, skills transfer, and potential long-term career opportunities for Kenyan youth.
• Ongoing engagements indicate a commitment to aligning Kenyan training pipelines with German industry needs, potentially accelerating certification, apprenticeship, and apprenticeship-to-employment pathways.

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