• Earlier, NYS had announced a nationwide recruitment exercise running from March 16 to 21, 2026, across all sub-counties.

The National Youth Service (NYS) has rescheduled its recruitment activities from Friday, March 20, 2026, to Saturday, March 21, 2026.

“All prospective candidates are advised to take note of the change and present themselves at their respective recruitment centers on the revised dates,” said NYS through a statement issued on March 19, 2026.

Public notice issued on March 19, 2026 by the National Youth Service (NYS)

Interior and National Administration Cabinet Secretary (CS) Kipchumba Murkomen declared Friday, March 20, 2026, a public holiday to mark Idd-ul-Fitr, giving Kenyans a long weekend at the close of Ramadan.

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On Wednesday, March 18, Murkomen issued Special Gazette Notice No. 3955, invoking Section 2(1) of the Public Holidays Act to formalize the declaration.

Earlier, NYS had announced a nationwide recruitment exercise running from March 16 to 21, 2026, across all sub-counties.

The programme offers young Kenyans the chance to gain skills, discipline, and opportunities for national service. NYS encouraged eligible youth to turn up in large numbers at their respective centers and seize the opportunity to serve the nation while acquiring valuable training.

Successful applicants will embark on a structured programme that includes paramilitary drills, technical skills development, and community service initiatives. According to NYS, the training instills discipline and patriotism while equipping recruits with practical skills that enhance employability and personal growth.

Candidates must meet strict eligibility requirements. They must be Kenyan citizens aged between 18 and 24 years, with a minimum Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) mean grade of D (Plain) or higher.

Applicants must present original academic certificates, a valid National ID, and a Certificate of Good Conduct. They must also be physically and medically fit, as the training involves rigorous paramilitary exercises.

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