Education Kenya Project #7766

Build Skills with the "lost" Youth in Kenya

by Rafiki Ya Maisha

Project Report | Nov 14, 2023
2 Star Students: portrait

By Claire Mathijsen | Project Leader

Enoch, the young contractor

Dear Rafikis,

We are proud to introduce Enoch and Cornelius to you today. Both are star students, one from each of our schools, whose accomplishments have dazzled a few. Essentially, both trainees took the opportunity of technical training seriously, led the charge and demonstrated how life changing acquired skills can be... For them and for others!

Enoch M. is a 23 year old alumni from KTTI, Koshin Technical Training Institute. With his high school degree in hand, he decided to study Engeneering and Building Technology. Before completing his 2nd year Diploma, during his internship, he decided to start his own company while still doing his "attachement" or internship with an established building company. He focuses on the construction of modern houses. A hard worker, he rapidely grew his construction business and currently employs 35 people. Keep in mind that 25% of his employees are women, thus confirming the trend that is seing more and more young women sign up for electrical or building courses. He also takes on 10 trainees from his Alma Mater for their attachment period.

Enoch is an inspiring young man given his humble origins. Today is able to support his parents and pay for the education of his 4 brothers and 3 sisters.

Cornelius K. is a 20 year old Plumbing Technology student from Sergoek vtc. He comes from a very remote village and was raised by a father who was a milk delivery man. He graduated in July and opened his plumbing company last year. He employs 6 workers and has already successfully completed 12 projects, the largest being a $20.000 project.He too, is an inspiration for his peers who may still be under the false illusion that technical training is a lesser educational option. He has used rain harvesting and water collection on his new projcts. Greening and climate change are at the forfront of the conversaton in kenya these days and he wants to be a part of it.

Innovation Day brought together alumni and enrolled students.The testimonies and success stories were uplifting for all.

Thank you for your continued support for the rural youth of this region of Kenya. They have done well and wouldn't have gotten here without your generosity.

Claire Mathijsen

Cornelius, the young plumber

Cornelius' team installing gutters

Enoch posing in front of a finished house

Alumni and trainees enjoying Innovation day

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Jul 24, 2023
More buildings, more (great) developments

By Dinah Mwinzi | President Rafiki Ya Maisha Kenya

Sergoek: Welcome dance, Feb 28, 2023

Dear Rafikis,

Greetings from Mid-2023, and we bring you some exciting news from Koshin Technical Training Institute! The twin construction of the Hospitality Center and the Ladies' Hostel has been successfully completed and both are now ready for use thanks to the generosity of the BENINA Foundation, our devoted donors.This milestone has led to a significant increase in student enrollment as many are eager to join our institution.

Now offering on-campus accommodation to female students, providing them with a safe and convenient place to stay, KTTI has gained in popularity. Living on campus has its perks and one of them is that we will be providing delicious meals for our students within the Hospitality complex. This not only ensures their nutritional needs are met but also fosters a sense of community within the institute.

Additionally, the Hospitality facility includes a well-equipped kitchen and dining area, which will facilitate the teaching of our food and beverage courses.

The introduction of the Ladies' Hostel addresses the security concerns faced by our female students when residing outside the school grounds. Now, they can have peace of mind and focus entirely on their studies. Moreover, the hostel offers affordable accommodation, alleviating the financial burden that students previously faced while renting accommodations and managing food expenses off-campus.

On another note, we are excited to share that we are currently working on a proposal to build a modern administration block at Sergoek Vocational Training Institute. This upcoming facility will house offices, a state-of-the-art computer lab and other amenities to further enhance the learning experience for our students.

As the year progresses, we are committed to empowering the youth in our community through quality education and improved facilities. We look forward to more positive developments and the continued growth of our institutions.

Thank you for your continued support and involvement in our journey. Together, we are shaping a brighter future for the next generation. Best regards and goodbye for now.

Dinah Mwinzi

Inauguration of Design and Applied Technology Dpt

T-shirt printing in Garment class

KTTI: Welcome dances Mar 1, 2023

Official Inauguration of Hospitality Center

Ladies Hostel

Hostel Blessing and Ribbon Cutting

Guests coming to celebrate in Benina Hall

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Mar 30, 2023
Developing to increase enrolment

By Gabriel Teimuge Chebi | Secretary of RYM Kenya

May the festivities begin!

Dear Friends,

Koshin Technical Training Institute, KTTI, is experiencing tremendous growth. The Hospitality Center and the Ladies’ Hostel are almost complete and the school has already seen an increase in student enrollment in anticipation of the two new buildings.

The construction has been a good training ground for the students who are currently taking up electrical, plumbing, and masonry courses. They put into practice what they have learned in class. They will also receive recommendation letters and a certificate from the contractor stating their individual contribution to the construction. These documents will go a long way in building their career. This achieves one of the purposes of our educational mission.

The school has had a challenge with student accommodation and the new ladies hostel that will accommodate 120+ students, is a very big boost for the school. It helps solve security issues and reassure parents.

The hospitality complex with teaching kitchen and dining hall will enable the school to start offering Catering, Food & Beverage services as a new course, meeting high market demands. The Hospitality complex with it's large and luminous dining hall will also function as a public restaurant for local residents.They will be able to purchase quality meals prepared by our students.

We started the year on a high note with the much-anticipated visit by one of our biggest donors – Eric and Jill B. of the Benina Foundation alongside the Bishop of Eldoret, the Governor and senior officials of Uasin Gishu and numerous county officials. They visited both Koshin Technical Training Institute and Sergoek Vocational Training Center. This visit was very important since we were able to strengthen our collaboration in making our two schools achieve their objectives.

Have a wonderful year ahead with many thanks for your generous and impactful support.

Gabriel Teimuge, Secretary Kenya chapter

Blessings from the Bishop of Eldoret

Community listening to the Governor

Kitchen Complex

Ladies' Hostel

Students at Work

Beauty Therapy trainees

Cooking trainees making chapatis

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