The first Cohort of MYS has graduated today with various artisan and craft certificates from Meru National Polytechnic, in an event presided by Meru University of Science & Technology, Vice Chancellor Prof. Romanus Odhiambo.

The VC thanked the Governor for giving youth access to skills, but urged the MYS to use the skills learnt to transform the country's economy which is driven by the informal sector. "The future is great for you. Take it positively." Advised the VC.

The Governor expressed his commitment to solve national youth problems in order to make a positive social economic influence.

He directed that ministries give first priorities to the MYS crew, especially on contracts funded by the annual 20 million Ward Fund allocation.

He thanked KCB foundation, UN Habitat, and the business community for helping in various capacities to ensure the program succeed.

His Deputy, Titus Ntuchiu, equally praised the program as having touched lives in that several youth have secured jobs in various industries.

He urged corporate institutions in Meru to mulate KCB Foundation, and other institutions that offered capital support, internships and jobs to MYS.

CEC in charge Daniel Kiogora, said the ceremony was not the end of empowerment, but the begining of phase two that will help link youth to more opportunities.
According to County KCB boss, Mr. Rukunga, the Foundation gave a donation of Ksh. 50 million to help effect the historic dream of the governor.

Several MCAs led by Chair Committee on Youth Affairs, Hon Evance Mawira promised a continued support to the program, in order to help the less fortunate youth.

Former Igoji Boys Secondary School has been converted to MYS training Camp.