Youth Entrepreneurship and Sustainability in Kenya’s Blue-Green Economy: Soft Innovation Advantage

This book explores the intersection of youth unemployment, entrepreneurship, and sustainable development within Kenya's emerging blue and green economies. It will be of interest to scholars and students of social work, development studies, business studies, youth studies, social enterprise. This volume explores the intersection of youth unemployment, entrepreneurship, and sustainable development within Kenya's emerging blue and green economies. Through rigorous analysis and compelling case studies, it illuminates innovative pathways for youth-led social enterprises that balance economic viability with positive social and environmental impact. The chapters masterfully examine how soft innovation, and creative imitation can address youth unemployment while clarifying the transformative potential of social entrepreneurship for inclusive growth. The text offers a sophisticated theoretical framework complemented by practical strategies for navigating blended finance and developing sustainable business models in resource-constrained environments. What sets this work apart is its seamless integration of academic rigor with actionable insights, making complex concepts accessible without sacrificing intellectual depth. The book presents a holistic approach that transcends traditional economic development paradigms, emphasizing the interconnectedness of innovation, entrepreneurship, and sustainability. This volume will be of interest to scholars and students of social work, development studies, business studies, youth studies, social enterprise. It will also appeal to policymakers and stakeholders concerned with youth empowerment, entrepreneurship development, and economic growth initiatives.