NAIROBI, Kenya, June 13 – Global tech platform Glovo has signed a Memorandum of Cooperation with Kenya’s Ministry of Labour and Social Protection in a strategic move aimed at expanding the country’s platform economy, creating jobs, and enhancing digital skills.
The agreement was unveiled in Nairobi by Labour Cabinet Secretary Dr. Alfred Mutua and Glovo Co-Founder and CEO Oscar Pierre. The partnership aligns with the government’s Bottom-Up Economic Transformation Agenda and outlines Glovo’s role in supporting youth employment and inclusive growth through responsible platform innovation.
Under the agreement, Glovo will invest Sh2 billion by 2027, targeting a 50 percent increase in employment. The plan includes 1,200 new youth jobs, 200 direct positions (90 percent of which will be held by Kenyan youth), and expanded opportunities for 1,200 riders and 2,400 merchants. The company expects to generate over 10,000 indirect jobs, offer business and digital training to 1,200 partners, and deliver 3.4 million meals through its Glovo Access program.
Labour CS Mutua welcomed the investment, calling it a model for public-private collaboration.
“I commend Glovo for its responsible innovation and commitment to youth employment. We look forward to co-creating policies that protect workers while supporting enterprise and innovation,” he said.
Glovo CEO Oscar Pierre reaffirmed the company’s long-term commitment to Kenya and its potential as a regional tech leader.
“Glovo is not just a partner in progress; we are an economic infrastructure ally. We believe in Kenya’s potential as Africa’s ‘Silicon Savannah’ and are committed to building a stronger digital future,” said Pierre.
Looking ahead, Glovo plans to invest Sh16 billion by 2030, with Kenya positioned as its digital hub for Africa. The company projects the creation of 1,000 direct jobs and over 20,000 indirect opportunities in the digital and delivery economy.
The partnership marks one of the most ambitious platform economy investments in Kenya to date and is expected to accelerate digital transformation, job creation, and youth empowerment across the country.
By Phineas Mwenda
