Murang’a County youth are being encouraged to enrol in Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) institutions as the government emphasizes practical, skills-based learning to boost employment and self-reliance.
At Kigumo Technical Training Institute on Saturday, Catherine Ngari from the State Department for TVET highlighted the shift from classroom instruction to hands-on workshop training, ensuring graduates acquire industry-ready skills.
“TVET is moving from theory to practice, equipping learners with skills they can use to secure jobs or start businesses,” Ngari said, urging youth to take advantage of available opportunities.
Principal Jennifer Gachago highlighted the government’s growing investment in technical education, noting that Murang’a has over five well-equipped TVET institutions offering courses aligned with labour market demands.
“There are more than 240 TVET institutions across Kenya. Our goal is to equip learners with relevant, hands-on skills that meet market needs,” she said, while noting that delays in government capitation funds have temporarily disrupted some students’ studies.
Assistant County Commissioner Jonathan Wandera emphasized TVET’s role in promoting social stability. “When youth are engaged in learning, they have less time for drugs or criminal activities. TVET keeps them focused and strengthens communities,” he said.
Students attending the exercise welcomed the initiative, highlighting how practical skills training fosters self-reliance and improves job prospects.
The government plans to expand the outreach across Murang’a County to ensure more young people benefit from practical technical education.
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