Generation Kenya Podcast
Conversations that Shape Kenya’s Future of Work.
Podcast Description
The Generation Kenya Podcast brings together employers, training providers, funders, sector leaders, and young people to discuss the realities of Kenya’s youth employment and digital economy. Recorded at Generation Kenya’s offices at ABC Place, the podcast explores key issues across the employment journey, including the skills employers need, demand-led training, digital marketing and artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, soft skills, the growth of the BPO sector, and the support young people require after securing jobs. Through diverse and practical conversations, the podcast creates a shared platform for stakeholders to exchange insights, highlight impact, and generate solutions that strengthen youth employment outcomes.
Inside OAK- Building Kenya’s Global BPO Hub and Unlocking Jobs
In this episode of the Generation Kenya Podcast, we go inside OAK to explore its role in positioning Kenya as a leading global Business Process Outsourcing (BPO) destination. The conversation examines the rapid growth of Kenya’s BPO sector, the skills international employers are seeking, and the opportunities being created for young people across customer service, technology, sales, digital operations, and other emerging roles. The episode also highlights what Kenya must do to strengthen its talent pipeline, attract global investment, improve job readiness, and build a competitive and inclusive outsourcing industry that unlocks sustainable employment for thousands of young people.
Demand-Led Training: Why Industry Must Co-Create Education & Training
In this episode of the Generation Kenya Podcast, we explore why education and training programmes must be designed in partnership with employers. The conversation examines how demand-led training helps institutions understand the skills, behaviours, and competencies required in the workplace, enabling them to prepare young people for real job opportunities. The episode also highlights the role of employers in co-developing curricula, providing practical learning opportunities, supporting trainers, and creating stronger pathways from training to employment. By bringing industry and training providers together, Kenya can reduce skills mismatches, strengthen workforce readiness, and improve employment outcomes for young people.
The Impact of Soft Skills in Career Development & Youth Economic Empowerment
In this episode of the Generation Kenya Podcast, we explore the role of soft skills in career development and youth economic empowerment. The conversation examines how communication, teamwork, adaptability, problem-solving, professionalism, emotional intelligence, and resilience influence workplace performance and long-term career growth. The episode also highlights why technical skills alone are not enough and how employers, training providers, and young people can work together to strengthen the behaviours and attitudes required to succeed in a changing labour market. By investing in soft skills, Kenya can support young people to secure employment, grow in their careers, navigate workplace challenges, and build more sustainable livelihoods.
Career Path in Cybersecurity
In this episode of the Generation Kenya Podcast, we explore the diverse career opportunities available in the rapidly growing cybersecurity field. The conversation examines key roles, including security analyst, penetration tester, network security specialist, digital forensics expert, security engineer, and cybersecurity consultant. The episode also highlights the technical and soft skills required, relevant certifications, entry pathways, and practical steps that young people can take to gain experience and advance in the industry. Whether you are a student, recent graduate, career changer, or technology enthusiast, this episode offers valuable insights into building a successful and future-ready career in cybersecurity.
From Skills to Jobs: What Youth, Employers, and Partners Must Get Right
In this episode of the Generation Kenya Podcast, we explore what it takes to successfully move young people from skills development into meaningful and sustainable employment. The conversation examines the responsibilities of young people, employers, training providers, government, and development partners in strengthening the transition from learning to work.
The episode highlights the importance of demand-led training, workplace readiness, employer involvement, career guidance, mentorship, and access to real employment opportunities. It also explores how stronger collaboration, clearer pathways, and shared accountability can reduce skills mismatches, improve job placement, and help young people build successful careers and sustainable livelihoods.