KenGen’s Geothermal Training Centre to enhance Regional Expertise in Clean Energy
The Kenya Electricity Generating Company (KenGen) is on the verge of completing its state-of-the-art geothermal training centre, a facility poised to become the Regional Flagship TVET Institute (RFTI) in Geothermal Training. This new centre, located near KenGen’s Olkaria geothermal power plants in Naivasha, Kenya is set to enhance the region’s capacity for geothermal energy development, […]
Meru National Polytechnic Launches New Campus
The Meru National Polytechnic has opened Igoji Integrated TVET Campus, a new campus for the college. The new campus will expand the institution’s capacity to increase enrolment. Speaking at the opening of the new campus, the Chief Principal, Mr. Mutembei Kigige, said: “We extend our heartfelt appreciation to the County Government of Meru for their […]
Meru National Polytechnic showcases latest agricultural innovations
The Meru National Polytechnic has established Giaki farm as a research and demonstration centre for agricultural production and innovation for both students and the community. The farm regularly hosts agricultural shows where locals and visitors witness the latest advancements in farming techniques. These events showcase sustainable practices, advanced crop management, and innovative solutions that address […]
Dire Dawa Polytechnic College to begin large scale commercial production of industrial spare parts.
Dire Dawa Polytechnic College is poised to begun large scale production of spare parts for industrial machinery and diversify its income thanks to its strong partnerships with industry. The Polytechnic’s Industry Advisory Board has recommended commercial production of the spare parts the college has been producing for Dawa Food Complex PLC, which was a result […]
Kombolcha Polytechnic College in Ethiopia provides sanitary incentives to female students to increase enrollment
Kombolcha Polytechnic in Ethiopia is offering incentives to female students in a bid to increase female student enrolment and retention. The college provides free sanitary materials to females including sanitary and dignity pads, toiletries, paper towels, lotions, among other items to female students enrolling at the college. This is in an effort to provide a […]
Holeta Polytechnic College empowers women in Agriculture
Holeta Polytechnic College in Ethiopia has made significant strides in empowering female students in commercial agriculture. The College offered a specialized training to a group of female students in Potato production. The students from diverse backgrounds and with limited or no prior experience in agriculture, were trained in various aspects of potato production, including seed […]
Ethiopia Joins World Skills International
Ethiopia has become the 88th member of World Skills International (WSI), after the board officially approved its membership on April 3, 2024. The development is a significant step towards enhancing Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) in the country and the region as well. The Federal Technical and Vocational Training Institute (FTVTI) together with […]
Over 5,000 Students graduate at Meru National Polytechnic
The Meru National Polytechnic held a graduation ceremony to celebrate the achievements of 5,050 students, a significant milestone in the institution’s history. The ceremony was attended by the Permanent Secretary State Department of Technical and Vocational Training, Dr. Esther Thaara Muoria, representing the Cabinet Secretary of Education. This year’s graduating class included the first cohort […]
Regional students from Eritrea graduate at Kombolcha Polytechnic College
Ten Eritrean refugee students have graduated at Kombolcha Polytechnic College in Ethiopia. The students received certificates for short-term training in food preparation offered jointly with the Tourism Training Institute and the Refugee and Returnee Bureau in Ethiopia. The Bureau was very instrumental in facilitating the selection of these students from their refugee camps. The training […]
Ethiopia’s Ministry of Labour and Skills officials impressed with the progress of construction works at Dire Dawa Polytechnic College.
Officials at the Ministry of Labour and skills paid a courtesy visit to Dire Dawa Polytechnic in Ethiopia to evaluate the status of construction supported by the EASTRIP with funding from World Bank. Together with the World Bank construction contractor and consultant, the officials who included the state minister of the Ministry of Labor & […]