TVET Conference 2026
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International TVET Conference 2026

Skills That Work: Shaping Sustainable Skills Systems Through Industry–TVET Collaboration

Wed, 09 Sep 2026 – Fri, 11 Sep 2026 ·Nairobi, Kenya

3,000+ Capacity
10 Speakers
23 Sessions
14 Partners

About International TVET Conference 2026

The International TVET Conference 2026 is a landmark 3-day high-level forum organized by the Ministry of Education in partnership with the Business Member Organizations Secretariat (BMOS) — including KAM, KEPSA, KNCCI, KNFJA and others — with technical support from GIZ, and jointly financed by Kenya, Finland, Germany and KOICA.

The conference brings together government officials, policymakers, industry leaders, TVET institutions, development partners, media and the general public to showcase the impact of Phase II of Dual TVET implementation in Kenya, share lessons learned, and chart a roadmap for sustainability.

Conference Objectives

  • Share achievements and impact from Phase II of Dual TVET implementation.
  • Consolidate partnerships among government, TVET institutions, industry, and development partners.
  • Highlight success stories of TVET graduates and industry uptake.
  • Facilitate peer learning through case studies, panels, and technical sessions.
  • Strengthen visibility of Dual TVET as a proven model for skills development.
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Event Details
  • Start DateWed, 09 Sep 2026 · 08:00
  • End DateFri, 11 Sep 2026 · 18:00
  • VenueKenyatta International Convention Centre (KICC)
  • LocationNairobi, Kenya
  • CategoryEducation & Skills Development

Featured Speakers

World-class experts and thought leaders

Julius Ogamba

Cabinet Secretary

Ministry of Education, Kenya

Beate Schindler

Director, Vocational Training

GIZ Germany

Timo Virtanen

Senior Adviser, TVET

Ministry of Education & Culture, Finland

Ji-Young Park

Programme Manager, Education

KOICA

Caroline Kariuki

Chief Executive Officer

Kenya Association of Manufacturers (KAM)

Martin Githae

Director General

KEPSA

Grace Akinyi

Director General

National Industrial Training Authority

Amina Waweru

Director, TVET

Ministry of Education, Kenya

Programme Highlights

07:30 09 Sep
Registration & Accreditation
09:00 09 Sep
Official Opening Ceremony

Julius Ogamba

11:00 09 Sep
Launch of Phase II Dual TVET Impact Report
11:30 09 Sep
Networking Tea & Exhibition Open
12:00 09 Sep
Panel: Industry–TVET Collaboration — What is Working?

Caroline Kariuki

13:30 09 Sep
Lunch Break & Exhibition Viewing

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