NAIROBI, Kenya, July 8 – MyCredit, a fast-growing non-bank financial institution in Kenya, has donated Sh500,000 to the WEDCO Youth Program, an initiative that equips vulnerable youth with life skills, entrepreneurship training, and mental health support.
The contribution is part of MyCredit’s broader commitment to youth empowerment, job creation, and economic inclusion. With nearly 40% of Kenyan youth unemployed and many lacking access to post-secondary education or vocational training, the company says the private sector must play a greater role in driving long-term social and economic impact.
“This partnership with WEDCO aligns perfectly with our mission at MyCredit, which is to provide opportunities that unlock economic potential,” said Wangaruro Mbira, CEO of MyCredit. “We are proud to stand behind a program that’s not only training young people in practical business and financial literacy but also nurturing the mindset and well-being necessary for long-term success.”
The WEDCO Youth Program takes a holistic five-pillar approach focused on life skills, personal finance, entrepreneurship, environmental stewardship, and mental health. Over a three-month course, youth from underserved communities are equipped to become job creators and resilient community leaders.
“Every shilling donated is not just funding a class, it’s fueling transformation,” said Wanja Kiragu, WEDCO Program Director. “Thanks to MyCredit’s support, we can offer an immersive, life-changing experience that opens new doors for Kenya’s youth.”
To date, WEDCO has graduated 160 youth across six cohorts, many of whom have launched micro-enterprises and begun mentoring their peers—demonstrating the potential of hands-on training to drive upward mobility in low-income communities.
