Kiambaa MP Paul Koinange has urged the private sector to chip in and help create job opportunities for the large number of unemployed youths in the constituency.
Addressing journalists at Kiambaa Town on Thursday, Koinange said unemployment is getting out of hand.
The MP said half of the constituency youths are unemployed.
He noted that a large number of youths in the area are idle and roaming the streets daily in search of jobs.
“We are calling on the private sector to partner with the government and help create employment for these young people,” he said.
Koinange added that most youths are desperate and are easily falling prey to evil activities.
He said lack of job opportunities is an economic threat and the government should tackle the issue quickly.
Koinange lauded government initiatives towards curbing unemployment but said much more needs to be done.
The MP urged the county governments to incorporate youths in its development activities.
Koinange accused the Kiambu government of not involving youths in development.
“I have received reports that our government is discriminating against youths in some areas when it comes to job allocation,” he said.
Koinange appealed to youths to shun crime and take advantage of the available opportunities to better their lives.