Pushing Boundaries ahead
Kenya embarked on a remarkable journey to enhance the quality of skills development in its Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) institutions. Recognizing the importance of skills for economic growth and development, the country has actively sought to align its TVET system with global standards and practices. This commitment was further strengthened in 2020 when Kenya joined WorldSkills International (WSI), becoming its 85th member.
International Cooperation
WorldSkillls brings together countries and industry skill ecosystems birthing skills development initiatives that improves occupational standards.
Skills Competitions
WorldSkills implements skills competitions in various skill trades. This is the core focus area in line with the mission and vision.
Promotion of Skills
Through competitions, international conferences and Capacity building, WorldSkills aims to promote skills and improve the profile of skilled young people around the world.
Education and Training
WorldSkills develops learning resources hub and formulates capacity building cascading models in what is described as “WorldSkillls Centre of Excellence”. The learning hub in drawn from international best practices learned from WorldSkills members and global industry standards around the world.
Our stories
TVET Conference: Promoting Skills Development in Africa
The WorldSkills Africa competition in Namibia also featured a TVET Conference under the theme: “Promoting Skills Development in the 21st Century for Sustainable Economic Growth and African Ownership.” The conference provided a platform for policymakers, [...]
Kenya Shines at WorldSkills Africa Competition
In 2022, Kenya participated in the WorldSkills Africa Competition held in Swakopmund, Namibia. Competing in Mechatronics, Restaurant Service, and Cooking skills, Kenya's team included winners from previous national competitions. Shradha Saijul Shah won a Gold [...]
Kenya Team gets ready for WorldSkills Africa Competition in Swakopmund
More than 100 competitors from ten African countries will compete in WorldSkills Africa Swakopmund 2022, 28 March to 2 April. Dr Langat, TVET Authority Director-General and CEO of WorldSkills Kenya, said the country has prepared well [...]