National Youth Service Stories

Another official rejects President Ruto's state job appointment
Lucy Mumbi  |  Nov 19, 2024

He cited personal reasons for his decision to decline the position.

Two former NYS officials jailed for defrauding agency Sh791 million
Joseph Ndunda  |  Nov 06, 2024

They were found guilty of conspiracy to defraud after colluding to loot the agency in payment for fictitious procurement.

Technical committee gazetted to lead legislative reforms for National Police and NYS
Mary Wambui  |  Aug 31, 2024

The team will further be tasked with drafting the National Policing Policy, Community Policing Policy and Public Order Management Policy to be forward...

Youths injured in collapsed Kiamaiko building were salvaging scrap metal, says City Hall
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  May 15, 2024

Earlier, area residents said the demolition of the building was halted when its structure weakened, leading to its collapse. 

Isiolo livestock hub to link Northern Kenya to global markets
Waweru Wairimu  |  Mar 28, 2024

Kenya's current meat production of 464, 000 metric tonnes is way below the demand which stands at 660, 000 metric tonnes, with experts citing animal b...

NYS plans national recruitment from February, warns against corruption
Dennis Tarus  |  Jan 24, 2024

Prospective candidates from Kamukunji and the rest of Nairobi's 16 sub-counties are required to report to the Nyayo Stadium recruitment centre on Janu...

NYS graduates offered 900 jobs in UAE, salaries range Sh60,982-Sh163,438
Patel Okumu  |  Jan 15, 2024

In a bid to provide employment opportunities for National Youth Service (NYS) graduates, the NYS has announced 900 job vacancies in the United Arab Em...

Ruto appoints James Kipsiele Tembur Director-General of NYS
Patel Okumu  |  Dec 22, 2023

James Kipsiele Tembur assumes the role of Director-General of the National Youth Service (NYS), as per a gazette notice dated December 19, 2023.

Five candidates shortlisted for NYS Director-General post
Dennis Tarus  |  Nov 28, 2023

The interviews are set to take place next week Monday 4 December 2023 at the NYS Headquarters.

President Ruto says Govt will increase police salary by 40 per cent
Abdimalik Hajir  |  Nov 16, 2023

President William Ruto has announced an intended 40 per cent salary increase for officers in the National Police Service (NPS), National Youth Service...

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