The Ministry of Cooperatives has announced plans to work with political activist Kasmuel McOure in an effort to strengthen youth participation in government-led economic empowerment programmes.

On Thursday, December 18, Cooperative Principal Secretary Susan Mang’eni confirmed that discussions are underway for a potential partnership with McOure. The proposed collaboration is intended to help young people access government opportunities more efficiently and stay informed about available support mechanisms.

According to the Principal Secretary, the ministry is seeking new ways to widen its reach among young Kenyans. She stated that working with McOure, who convenes the Broad Based Youth Front, would support the State Department’s goal of ensuring that youth receive timely information and practical tools to improve their economic prospects.

Mang’eni explained that the partnership would place particular emphasis on increasing awareness and uptake of major government initiatives. These include the Hustler Fund and the National Youth Opportunities Towards Advancement programme, which are designed to support young people in business and employment pathways.

McOure welcomed the engagement, noting that his involvement would be channelled through the Broad Based Youth Front. He said the platform is focused on connecting young people to opportunities that already exist within government structures.

He added that the ongoing discussions revolve around linking youth to enterprise support, relevant information, and resources provided through the State Department for Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises. According to McOure, improving access to these tools is key to expanding youth participation in economic activities.

The announcement follows the recent launch of the Broad Based Youth Front, which McOure introduced earlier in December. The initiative aims to advocate for youth interests within President William Ruto’s administration and to ensure accountability in the delivery of government programmes.

In a statement released on December 10, McOure said the movement would maintain its independence and would only support leaders who align with its principles. He noted that the group would publicly assess the government’s performance, supporting continuity if promises are met and speaking out if they are not.