The Kenya National Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KNCCI) Vihiga Chapter is collaborating with the World Bank-funded Nyota project to foster youth industrialization within the county. A recent forum convened stakeholders, including master artisans and informal traders, to organize and support local artisans. This initiative aims to streamline apprenticeship programs, connecting young people with experienced mentors for skills development. The focus is on boosting trade and accelerating growth in small-scale manufacturing. This partnership seeks to provide vital resources and opportunities for youth in the informal sector. Ultimately, the project hopes to contribute to economic growth in Vihiga County through a skilled and empowered workforce. The collaboration signals a commitment to localized industrial development and youth economic empowerment.