The Chief Officer for Education in Kilifi County, Mr. Fredrick Nguma, and the Director for Vocational Training Madam Eddystella Wanja attended the 54th International Conference of the Association of Technical Universities and Polytechnics in Africa (ATUPA) in Naivasha, Kenya. The event, held from August 26 to 30, 2024, focused on the theme “Revolutionizing TVET in Africa: Embracing Innovations for Sustainable Development.”
The conference gathered key stakeholders from across Africa to discuss the future of Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) and its role in sustainable development. The chief officer and the Director for Vocational Training participated in various discussions, highlighting Kilifi County’s progress in vocational education and aligning it with continental initiatives.
Their involvement at the conference emphasized Kilifi County’s dedication to improving TVET systems, with a focus on contributing to the socioeconomic transformation of Africa. The event ended with a collective commitment from participants to enhance TVET for the continent’s sustainable growth.