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Meru governor Isaac Mutuma delivers his acceptance speech after being sworn in as the fourth governor at Mwendantu Grounds, March 17, 2025. [Mose Sammy, Standard]

Hundreds of young entrepreneurs in Meru have received loans to the tune of Sh30 million from an NGO, through it sacco wing.

Governor Isaac Mutuma welcomed the initiatives, saying the county will continuously partner with NGO’s keen on empowering the youth.

“Partners like the Shining Hope for Communities (Shofco) have become valued development partners in Meru. Through their programmes, thousands of residents have benefited through youth empowerment initiatives, gender-based violence response programmes, and training opportunities for young women,” he said.