Kipipiri Technical and Vocational College (KTVC)

Kipipiri Technical and Vocational College, located in Nyandarua County, Kenya, was established in 2015 to address the regional demand for skilled labor. The college's mission is to provide quality, affordable technical and vocational education and training (TVET) that empowers students with practical skills for employment and self-reliance.

It offers a diverse range of programs in engineering, ICT, business, and applied sciences, including diploma and certificate courses in mechanical engineering, electrical installation, computer science, accounting, and agriculture. As a public institution under the Ministry of Education, it plays a vital role in Kenya's TVET system, contributing to the government's goal of increasing technical skills among youth to drive industrialization and economic growth.

The college is known for its community engagement and partnerships with local industries for internships and job placements.

Kipipiri Technical and Vocational College conducts applied technical research and skills innovation aligned with the TVET CDACC Competency-Based Education and Training (CBET) framework and Nyandarua County development priorities. The institution hosts annual technical trade exhibitions and participates in regional KATTI research fairs, showcasing student and faculty innovations in renewable energy (solar and biogas installations), metal fabrication, agricultural mechanization, electrical building services, and ICT business solutions. Applied research projects collaborate with local informal sector artisans (Jua Kali), county vocational directorates, and community micro-enterprises to deliver practical engineering prototypes and community-level economic solutions.