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Education
7th October 2025

Kenya TVET Performance Rating 2025:

A nationwide assessment of Kenya’s Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) institutions, analyzing performance, enrollment trends, infrastructure, and challenges across national polytechnics, technical training institutes, and vocational colleges.

Research Methodology
sample Size
4,018 respondents (60% CATI interviews, 40% Ministry and TVETA data)
period
October 1–7, 2025
method
Computer-Assisted Telephone Interviews (CATI) and institutional data validation from TVETA and the Ministry of Public Service
margin Of Error
±2.2%
Key Findings
  • National polytechnics grew by 140% over the review year
  • Female student enrollment increased by 18% compared to 2023–2024
  • TVET institutions enroll three times more students than universities
  • The modulated competency-based curriculum is driving modernization
  • Top performing polytechnics include Eldoret, Kabete, Nairobi, Mawego, and Kenya Coast
  • Top performing TTIs include Thika, Matili, PC Kinyanjui, Wote, and Karumo
  • Fast-growing TVETs include Nkabune, Bushiangala, Kajiado East, Sotik, and Laisamis
  • Key evaluation benchmarks: enrollment, infrastructure, outreach, funding, and governance
Key Observations
  • Funding and equipment shortages remain the top institutional challenge
  • Internal administrative conflicts reduce operational efficiency
  • Outdated tools hinder alignment with current industry standards
  • Community outreach and marketing efforts are underdeveloped
  • Limited staff training affects competency-based program delivery