Kiambu youths have been told to refrain from activities that will put them in trouble this festive season.
County Sports and Youth Afairs Executive Michael Waikenda said that most youths take advantage of the festive season to indulge in unlawful activities.
He asked young people to instead take part in activities that will boost development and enhance positive interactions with others.
“My appeal is to Kiambu youths to stay away from acts that will cause them problems,” he said.
Speaking at Kiambu town on Friday, the Executive challenged youths to take part in sporting activities and other competitions the county government is sponsoring.
“The county is sponsoring various programmes meant to ensure young people are kept busy,” he said.
Waikenda said that though drug abuse remains one of the biggest problem faced by youths, appropriate mechanisms have been employed to ensure it is stopped.
He said that youths would be kept away from alcoholism and other social evils if they kept busy and productive.
The Executive also urged youths to use their talents and free time to help the needy in society especially this holiday season. “Instead of idling young people should volunteer and help the needy in society,” he said.
Waikenda also revealed that youths, women and disabled persons who applied for the Biashara Fund would start receive the money early next year.