FIPS’ Youth Enterprise Programme enables unemployed and under-employed young men and women to launch low-risk, fast-return agri-businesses that generate income within a few months, with minimal land and start-up capital.
FIPS views young people as critical drivers of agricultural transformation. The Youth Enterprise Programme enables unemployed and under-employed young men and women to launch low-risk, fast-return agri-businesses that generate income within a few months, with minimal land and start-up capital.
FIPS helps young men and women to:
Young people receive tailored training packages based on the technology options they wish to pursue. They receive technical, practical, and business skills trainings. The programme also offers ongoing follow-ups and coaching support to help with the growing pains and market linkages. FIPS offers starter packs, which are available through cost-sharing and in-kind grants. FIPS is in the process of training and certifying a cohort of youth training consultants to advance the peer-peer training programme.
Young people are encouraged to support each other by forming and registering young enterprise groups – usually around 15- to 20 like-minded young people. The group members motivate each other with progress, ideas and advice. Participating in a formal group is also basis of a savings and loan scheme, making it possible to attract external finance, in terms of loans or grants.
As youth enterprises mature, many diversify into additional ventures, create jobs for their peers, and reinvest in education or business growth. This approach repositions agriculture as a viable, dignified livelihood pathway, contributing directly to rural employment, food security, and economic inclusion.
Since 2024, FIPS has been piloting a partnership with colleges to help their students develop successful agri-businesses after graduation. Working with Pwani-Tvet College, FIPS Africa has trained 38 students as village-based advisors (VBAs). Up to 16 students have also completed attachments to FIPS Africa. FIPS Africa is looking to work with a network of college partners in Kenya. Download the application pack to find out more.
By March 2026:
FIPS’ Youth Enterprise Programme turns enthusiasm and potential into profitable businesses – driving youth job creation, food security, and inclusive growth at scale.
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FIPS’ Youth Enterprise Programme turns enthusiasm and potential into profitable businesses – driving youth job creation, food security, and inclusive growth at scale.
Maximising yield and market profitability:
Producing fodder crops for dairy value chains
Advancing chicken health and productivity:
Why partner with FIPS for Youth Enterprise in Kenya?
FIPS Africa is a premier partner for youth enterprise delivery, with an active presence across 9 Kenyan counties:
Eastern & Coast: Machakos, Makueni, Kitui, Kwale, and Kilifi.
Rift Valley & Western: Nakuru, Bungoma, Busia, and Kakamega.
Most young people join FIPS while navigating the “gig economy,” often earning US$1 or less per day through informal hustles.
With FIPS support, these young entrepreneurs stabilize and scale. The most successful – roughly 20% within two years — move beyond survival, reinvesting in their ventures and diversifying into multiple income streams.
We are building a massive economic engine for Kenya. By 2030, FIPS aims to empower 1 million young agri-entrepreneurs:
The impact: A national economic stimulus worth over US$1 billion per year.
Your participation makes a real difference.
Help young farmers & youth agri-entrepreneurs gain access to essential resources and knowledge for sustainable practices.
Together, let’s help young people thrive.