Talent Partnership Spotlight: Bilha Wanjira Kirera
Meet Bilha Wanjira Kirera, a University of Embu graduate, and former Root Capital Talent Partner.... Read More
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Young people in rural areas experience limited access to education, training, and formal job markets, which perpetuates a cycle of poverty and hinders economic development. Additionally, rural economies often struggle to provide sustainable livelihoods that attract and retain essential young talent, leading to a demographic imbalance and potential rural-to-urban migration.
Youth serve as an indispensable local talent pool for agricultural enterprises with aging workforces. Meanwhile, investing in young people creates career opportunities and new skills, and ensures the sustainability of the businesses’ operations. They also tend to be digitally fluent and eager to learn, which can open doors for businesses to modernize their operations. Root Capital acts as a connector and educator, placing and paying young people to intern in agricultural enterprises through our Talent Partnerships program and supporting them with the skills they need to succeed.
Talent Partnerships connecting rural businesses with young professionals.
Young people trained in critical business skills since 2021.
Meet Bilha Wanjira Kirera, a University of Embu graduate, and former Root Capital Talent Partner.... Read More
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