[PHOTOS] Mama Rachel launches empowerment projects in Kajiado

They will benefit women, youth and people with disabilities.

In Summary
  • The First Lady said economic empowerment promotes progress and growth that enables individuals to provide for themselves and their families.
  • She said Sh19m worth of equipment was handed to Maasai Technical Training Institute in Kajiado County through the NGAAF.
Gender CS Aisha Jumwa, First Lady Mama Rachel Ruto among other leaders during the launch of empowerment projects for women, youth and people with disabilities in Kajiado on April 13, 2024.
Gender CS Aisha Jumwa, First Lady Mama Rachel Ruto among other leaders during the launch of empowerment projects for women, youth and people with disabilities in Kajiado on April 13, 2024.
Image: MAMA RACHEL RUTO / X

First Lady Mama Rachel Ruto on Saturday launched empowerment projects in Kajiado.

She was accompanied by other leaders during the event where she launched empowerment projects for women, youth and people with disabilities.

The First Lady said economic empowerment promotes progress and growth that enables individuals to provide for themselves and their families.

Gender CS Aisha Jumwa, First Lady Mama Rachel Ruto among other leaders during the launch of empowerment projects for women, youth and people with disabilities in Kajiado on April 13, 2024.
Gender CS Aisha Jumwa, First Lady Mama Rachel Ruto among other leaders during the launch of empowerment projects for women, youth and people with disabilities in Kajiado on April 13, 2024.
Image: MAMA RACHEL RUTO / X

She added that economic empowerment also improves the general welfare of the community.

Mama Rachel said Sh19 million worth of equipment was handed to Maasai Technical Training Institute in Kajiado County through the National Government Affirmative Action Plan (NGAAF).

Women during the launch of empowerment projects for women, youth and people with disabilities in Kajiado on April 13, 2024.
Women during the launch of empowerment projects for women, youth and people with disabilities in Kajiado on April 13, 2024.
Image: MAMA RACHEL RUTO / X

"This is a testament to the government's commitment to empowering Wananchi for a brighter future," she said.

She was joined by Kajiado Women Representative Leah Sankaire, other leaders and members of the community.

First Lady Mama Rachel Ruto speaking during the launch of empowerment projects for women, youth and people with disabilities in Kajiado on April 13, 2024.
First Lady Mama Rachel Ruto speaking during the launch of empowerment projects for women, youth and people with disabilities in Kajiado on April 13, 2024.
Image: MAMA RACHEL RUTO / X
First Lady Mama Rachel Ruto joined by other leaders during the launch of empowerment projects for women, youth and people with disabilities in Kajiado on April 13, 2024.
First Lady Mama Rachel Ruto joined by other leaders during the launch of empowerment projects for women, youth and people with disabilities in Kajiado on April 13, 2024.
Image: MAMA RACHEL RUTO / X
First Lady Mama Rachel Ruto speaking during the launch of empowerment projects for women, youth and people with disabilities in Kajiado on April 13, 2024.
First Lady Mama Rachel Ruto speaking during the launch of empowerment projects for women, youth and people with disabilities in Kajiado on April 13, 2024.
Image: MAMA RACHEL RUTO / X
First Lady Mama Rachel Ruto in group photo with other leaders during the launch of empowerment projects for women, youth and people with disabilities in Kajiado on April 13, 2024.
First Lady Mama Rachel Ruto in group photo with other leaders during the launch of empowerment projects for women, youth and people with disabilities in Kajiado on April 13, 2024.
Image: MAMA RACHEL RUTO / X
Attendees follow proceedings during the launch of empowerment projects for women, youth and people with disabilities in Kajiado on April 13, 2024.
Attendees follow proceedings during the launch of empowerment projects for women, youth and people with disabilities in Kajiado on April 13, 2024.
Image: MAMA RACHEL RUTO / X
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