Mombasa: Thousands of enthusiastic youths gathered at the Mama Ngina Waterfront to vie for 300 truck driver and 100 forklift operator positions overseas, as announced by Mombasa County Assembly Speaker Aharub Khatri. Successful candidates will be employed by DP World, a multinational logistics company. The initiative aims to tackle unemployment and empower Mombasa’s youth, complementing the Ministry of Labour and Social Protection’s nationwide recruitment efforts for international jobs.
According to Kenya News Agency, the recruitment by DP World has offered relief to many families in Mombasa, where unemployment is a significant concern. The job opportunities are anticipated to boost the local economy and provide young people with the means to build a better future. Speaker Khatri expressed his gratitude to DP World for creating numerous job opportunities for the youths of Mombasa.
The available positions are in various ports across the Middle East, providing a chance for young people to gain international experience and contribute to the maritime sector’s growth. Initially, DP World sought 200 drivers and 50 forklift operators, but due to the large number of applicants, Khatri successfully persuaded the management to increase the intake to 300 drivers and 100 forklift operators.
Khatri assured applicants without passports that they would receive them within seven days of application. He stated, ‘I have talked with the Cabinet Secretary for Interior and National Administration Kipchumba Murkomen, and he has assured us that the passport process will be fast-tracked and within seven days they shall be out.’
The speaker also urged other organizations to follow DP World’s lead in investing in Mombasa’s youth. He emphasized the importance of collaborative efforts to create more job opportunities and equip young people with the skills needed to succeed in a competitive job market. ‘The Mombasa County Assembly remains committed to supporting initiatives that empower young people and contribute to the overall development of the region,’ Khatri concluded.