Monday, July 14, 2025 - In a move aimed at better understanding Kenya's dynamic youth population, the Government has announced an upcoming survey by a team from South Korea’s Hankuk University of Foreign Studies (HUFS).
The research, set to be conducted in Kenya, will explore the
social, economic, political, and psychological challenges faced by young
people.
According to the State Department for Youth Affairs and
Creative Economy, the survey is expected to inform more targeted policy
interventions between Kenya and South Korea.
It will be led by Prof. Jeon Only, Director of the Africa
Human Resource Development Centre, and Prof. Bae Yuh Jin, Director of the
Centre for African Culture and History, both from HUFS.
"The youth demographic is a global concern, and
understanding it is critical to developing effective responses,” read part of
the department’s statement.
The announcement comes at a time when Kenya's youth - particularly
Gen Z - have taken a front seat in civic action.
On Saba Saba Day, July 7th, thousands of young
protesters took to the streets across Kenya, calling out Government
inefficiencies and economic injustices.
President William Ruto, while addressing the issue on July 9th,
claimed certain individuals were sponsoring unrest.
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