Machogu Unveils Plans for Additional 2000 TVET Trainers and Improved Working Terms
The government has reaffirmed its dedication to providing practical instruction to educators in technical vocational education and training (TVET) establishments nationwide.
In collaboration with the private sector and the governments of Germany and Finland, the state has initiated dual TVET. This endeavor seeks to establish connections between training institutions and industries to provide learners with the practical skills to thrive in the contemporary labor market.
Education Cabinet Secretary Ezekiel Mochogu emphasized the significance of TVETs for the future of Kenya’s labor market while speaking at a three-day national TVET conference in Nairobi.
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He emphasized the ministry’s dedication to collaborating with institutions, the private sector, and the donor community to implement practical training.
The announcement was made that an additional 2000 trainers would be provided to institutions, offering improved working terms to boost morale. The terms for trainers are expected to see significant improvements shortly.
“We are going to equip the institutions with an additional 2000 trainers with better working terms necessary in boosting morale, the terms will be much better in the coming days,” he said.
Furthermore, the Ministry of Education has recruited dedicated personnel for each Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) institution. These individuals facilitate a strong connection between institutions and industries. The objective is to ensure that trainees gain theoretical knowledge and practical skills relevant to their fields of study.
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Alexander Fierley, the Deputy German Ambassador to Kenya, remarked that one million young Kenyans enter the workforce annually, most of whom lack the practical experience necessary to adapt to the ever-changing work environment.
Fierley emphasized that the responsibility for providing the essential skills needed for the success of bright and eager minds in an ever-evolving world, addressing youth unemployment, and ensuring socio-economic stability within the nation primarily rests with the education sector, particularly TVET.
Fierley stated that the collective effort to shape TVET in partnership is crucial for cultivating a competitive and employable workforce. According to him, this endeavor is not only a responsibility but also a vital interest for both companies and the nation.
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Machogu Unveils Plans for Additional 2000 TVET Trainers and Improved Working Terms
