The Eldoret National Polytechnic Strengthens Kenya’s Skills Revolution as Richard Muteti OGW, HSC Commends TVET Excellence

 The Eldoret National Polytechnic has once again been recognized as a trailblazer in technical and vocational education following a high-profile visit by Richard Muteti OGW, HSC, who praised the institution for its growing impact in skills development, artisan empowerment, and competency-based training.

During the visit, Muteti expressed gratitude for the warm reception accorded to him by the institution’s leadership under Principal Dr. Charles Koech, noting that the polytechnic continues to set the pace as one of Kenya’s leading Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) institutions and a reputable Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) Assessment Center.

“Thank you to The Eldoret National Polytechnic, led by Dr. Charles Koech, for the warm reception during my visit. The institution continues to excel as a leading TVET and RPL Assessment Center, empowering artisans and technicians through skills assessment and certification,” Muteti stated.

The visit highlighted the growing national focus on practical skills training as Kenya intensifies efforts to tackle youth unemployment and bridge the skills gap in key sectors of the economy. Leaders at the institution showcased various programs designed to equip learners with industry-relevant competencies in engineering, ICT, construction, hospitality, agriculture, and other technical fields.

Under the stewardship of Dr. Charles Koech, the institution has increasingly positioned itself as a center of innovation and workforce transformation. The polytechnic has embraced modern training approaches aligned with the Competency-Based Education and Training (CBET) framework, ensuring graduates are prepared for both local and international job markets.

The Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) program has particularly emerged as a game changer for thousands of informal sector workers. Through RPL assessment and certification, experienced artisans and technicians who may not possess formal academic qualifications are able to have their skills formally recognized, opening doors to better employment opportunities, entrepreneurship, and career progression.

Education stakeholders present during the visit emphasized the importance of TVET institutions in driving Kenya’s Bottom-Up Economic Transformation Agenda by nurturing a skilled labor force capable of supporting industrialization and economic growth.

Students and trainees at the institution also benefited from motivational engagements centered on innovation, discipline, and the value of technical skills in a rapidly changing economy. Many described the visit as an encouragement to continue pursuing hands-on careers that are increasingly becoming critical in today’s competitive workforce.

The Eldoret-based institution has continued to attract national attention for its investment in modern workshops, digital learning infrastructure, and strategic partnerships with industry players aimed at improving employability among graduates.

As Kenya continues to prioritize technical education, The Eldoret National Polytechnic is steadily cementing its reputation as a powerhouse in skills development and a beacon of hope for thousands of young people seeking practical, market-driven training opportunities.