21/05/2026
YSD -Mombasa is participating in a three Day 9th KIPPRA Annual Regional Conference, held in Mombasa, has the core objective of unlocking inclusive economic growth through strengthened value chains in Kenya. The event brings together policymakers, researchers, and private sector leaders to formulate policy recommendations aimed at improving productivity, creating jobs, and reducing inequalities.The conference focuses on the following core objectives and thematic areas:Strengthening Priority Value Chains: Exploring ways to enhance agricultural and industrial value chains to boost productivity, competitiveness, and value addition.Promoting Inclusive Growth: Ensuring economic development benefits all segments of society, with a specific focus on creating opportunities for youth, women, and marginalized or vulnerable groups.Fostering Innovation and Investment: Deliberating on the role of emerging sectors, innovation, and strategic investment in driving economic transformation.Driving Policy Reform: Generating evidence-based policy insights and actionable recommendations for both national and county-level governments.Education and Skills Development: Focusing on human capital by emphasizing TVET (Technical and Vocational Education and Training) and the recognition of prior learning to better align the workforce with current economic needs.