Mounting frustration is boiling over among Kenya’s youth as delays and alleged mismanagement stall key blue economy initiatives that were once hailed as a cornerstone of job creation. The blue economy — encompassing maritime trade, fishing, shipping, and related industries — was projected to absorb thousands of unemployed youth. The crisis worsened following the dissolution of the Blue Economy Advisory Secretariat, which was previously tasked with overseeing strategic maritime projects. However, observers caution that such isolated developments do little to counter the widespread perception that Kenya is squandering its blue economy potential. “Kenya’s blue economy dream is drifting further out to sea.