Inject Party leader Morara Kebaso has unveiled the main areas of focus for his National Jobless Rally slated for Monday, March 24, 2025.
On this day, Kenyan youths are gearing up to gather at Uhuru Park in Nairobi in their continued push for reforms in the country as they demand their right to employment and a better quality of life.
According to the lawyer-turned-politician, the rally seeks to hold the government accountable, push for policy reforms, and mobilize collective action toward job creation, fair wages, and economic empowerment.
In a statement on Sunday, Kebaso said that the Jobless Rally is a national movement organized by the National Alternative Alliance, bringing together all young and progressive civil organizations advocating for immediate, effective, and sustainable solutions to the unemployment crisis in Kenya.
“This movement brings together unemployed youth, graduates, skilled professionals, civil society organizations, and concerned citizens to demand urgent government action, economic justice, and equitable job opportunities,” he said.
“We recognize that unemployment is not just a statistic—it is a crisis affecting millions of Kenyans, leading to poverty, crime, mental health struggles, and economic stagnation.”
Morara lists key areas of Focus
The Inject party leader said that the rally will call for an end to corruption and nepotism in public sector recruitment.
Kebaso emphasized the need for fair hiring processes where qualifications and skills, not connections or bribes, determine job placements.
He also demanded stronger oversight measures to prevent the sale of government jobs and the implementation of a whistleblower system to expose corruption in hiring.
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Kebaso is also advocating for a structured national employment framework that prioritizes youth employment, skills development, and job security.
He called for increased investment in industrialization, manufacturing, and entrepreneurship to create sustainable job opportunities.
Additionally, he urged the government to review tax policies and introduce incentives that support businesses hiring young people and fresh graduates.
The movement will further demand government action in boosting job-creating sectors, including manufacturing, agriculture, ICT, and green energy.
Morara emphasized that Kenya’s economic policies should serve its people, not just foreign investors or political elites. He also called for greater government support for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) through funding, tax reliefs, and favourable policies.
At the same time, the rally will highlight the plight of underemployed and exploited Kenyan workers. Kebaso stressed the need for improved wages, stronger labour laws, and better protection for casual workers, interns, and contract employees.
The movement will also demand increased government oversight to hold employers accountable for unfair dismissals, delayed salaries, and poor working conditions.
To enhance employability, Kebaso called for urgent reforms in the education system, ensuring university and college curricula align with current job market demands.
He pushed for increased investment in vocational training, technical education, and digital entrepreneurship programs.
Additionally, he urged private-sector collaboration to provide paid internships, mentorship programs, and networking opportunities for young job seekers.
Fostering Unity and Collective Action
Kebaso emphasized that unemployment affects all Kenyans, regardless of tribe, gender, or political affiliation.
He called for a united movement of unemployed youth, civil society groups, and professional organizations to push for lasting solutions.
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The politician also stressed the importance of building an independent advocacy platform that will continue fighting for job seekers beyond the rally.
Kebaso demanded that unemployed youth have a voice in shaping policies that affect them.
He called for youth representation in key government economic committees, regular dialogue between policymakers, business leaders, and job seekers, and an annual employment report to track job creation progress with clear timelines and accountability measures.
Kebaso reiterated that the Jobless Rally is not just a one-day protest but the beginning of a national movement for economic justice, job creation, and dignity for unemployed Kenyans.
“No Kenyan should be denied a job because of corruption or nepotism. All job seekers deserve a fair chance at employment based on merit. The government and private sector must prioritize sustainable job creation. Every Kenyan has the right to decent work and fair pay,” he said.
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