Youths in Kisumu county have been urged to use social media in a positive manner to foster growth and development of the region.
Speaking to this writer via phone on Monday, Kisumu youths forum secretary general Gideon Opanga said that social media is a powerful tool that can be used to achieve greater things for the entire county.
Opanga urged the youths to shun away from negativity and discuss ways of promoting the development agenda.
“Am calling on our youths to use the power of social media and ensure we are at the stage we are supposed to be. Let's discuss what we want our government to do for us and how it should be done,” said Opanga.
Opanga added that through social, a platform of convergence has been made.
“You don't have to organize group meetings in order to discuss matters affecting you, we have the greatest opportunity as young people of this generation. Social media has come at the right time,” added Opanga.
Opanga said that cheap gossip and politicking should be avoided at all costs as it does not add value to the region's development agenda.
Opanga said that youths can also use social media to hold their leaders accountable in matters of governance.