Coast-based rights group, Haki Africa has hailed Likoni MP Mishi Mboko following her efforts to empower the youth in his county.
"Haki Africa would love to appreciate Likoni Member of Parliament Mishi Mboko for her support in empowering the youth of Likoni," the organisation said in a communique.
This is after she led a meeting and discussion forum held in Likoni Constituency on Tuesday that saw 10 Likoni youth enrolled into driving school, while the rest will be submitting their business plans for support.
HAKI Africa is engaging the youth in Mombasa County through forums and one-on-one discussion with leaders to help in peace building and curb idleness that results to juvenile gangs with mission of countering violent extremism.
The organisation said youth can be a compelling agent of change, engaging them in reform process and partnership can change a young person’s life for the better.