Understanding the drivers of the youth labour market in Kenya
This report examines the macro and microeconomic factors affecting youth employment in Kenya, highlighting the greater impact of aggregate labor market conditions over demographic factors and the importance of improving youth employability through education and vocational training.
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| Report location: | source |
| Language: | English |
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| Authors: | Elva López Mourelo, Verónica Escudero |
| Geographic focus: | Kenya |
Methods
The research method involved a macroeconomic analysis using time-series econometric models based on annual data from 1990 to 2011, and a microeconometric analysis using data from the Kenya Integrated Household Budget Survey (KIHBS) 2005/06. The macroeconomic analysis assessed the impact of aggregate demand and cohort size on youth employment, while the microeconometric analysis examined individual characteristics influencing youth employment status.
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Key Insights
The research analyzes the youth labor market in Kenya, focusing on the drivers of youth unemployment and inactivity. It reveals that economic growth alone is insufficient to resolve youth employment challenges. Key findings include the significant role of aggregate labor market conditions, the critical impact of tertiary education and vocational training on youth employability, and the influence of gender and family responsibilities on employment status. Policy recommendations emphasize enhancing the employment content of growth and addressing specific barriers faced by young women.
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Additional Viewpoints
Categories: English publication language | Kenya geographic scope | aggregate demand | cohort size | economic growth | education | employability | employment | employment elasticity | family responsibilities | gender | labor market | urban-rural divide | vocational training | youth inactivity | youth unemployment