International
Youth Day (IYD) is observed annually on 12th August. It is meant as
an opportunity for governments and others to draw attention to youth issues
worldwide. During IYD, concerts, workshops, cultural events, and meetings involving
national and local government officials and youth organizations take place
around the world. This year’s theme was "Youth and Mental
Health."
The
event took place at Kenyatta International Convention Centre (KICC) with Dr. Fred
Matiangi, Cabinet Secretary for ICT as the Chief Guest. The commemoration was
particularly vibrant, with speakers ranging from UN youth representative to
renowned Industrialist Dr. Manu Chandaria to Hon. Johnson Sakaja, and Nairobi Deputy Governor Jonathan Mueke. “International Youth Day
2014” celebrations consisted of short speeches and success stories of
successful icons. Different youth groups had a chance to exhibit their products
and services.
KECOBAT
in partnership with the Ministry of East African Affairs Commerce and Tourism
used the platform to promote homestays concept to various people who attended
the exhibition.
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