Machakos Technical Institute for the Blind (MTIB)
A public technical and vocational college in Machakos, Kenya, offering engineering and business courses.
- County
- Machakos
- Established
- 1988
- Students
- 250
- Employment rate
- 55%
The institution
Who they are, how big, and how they rank.
About
Machakos Technical Institute for the Blind (MTIB) is a specialized TVET institution established in 1985 to provide vocational training for visually impaired persons in Kenya. Located in Machakos County, the institute was founded to address the educational and skills gap for blind and low-vision individuals, empowering them with market-relevant competencies.
MTIB offers a range of programmes in information technology, business administration, and crafts such as weaving and basketry, all adapted for accessibility with assistive technologies. The institute is significant in Kenya's inclusive education landscape, being one of the few technical colleges dedicated to persons with disabilities.
Its mission is to foster independence and employment through quality vocational training. In 2026, MTIB continues to partner with organizations like the Kenya Society for the Blind and the National Council for Persons with
The numbers
- Annual fees
- Ksh 30,000 to Ksh 60,000
- Student to staff
- 1:18
- Mode of study
- Full-time
- Scholarships
- Offered
- Mentor institution
- Machakos Technical Training Institute
Research
The college focuses on competency based training research, with emphasis on business skills for machakos county economy.
Accredited by
- TVETA
- Kenya National Qualifications Authority
What they teach
Faculties, departments and the programmes on offer.
Intakes
- January
- May
- September
Departments
4 listed- Hospitality & Tourism Management
- Food & Beverage Production
- Travel & Tour Operations
- Business Studies
Courses offered
14 listed- Certificate in Information Communication Technology
- Diploma in Information Communication Technology
- Certificate in Electrical Installation
- Diploma in Motor Vehicle Mechanics
- Certificate in Business Management
- Diploma in Business Management
- Artisan in Tailoring and Garment Making
- Certificate in Leather Work
- Diploma in Community Development and Social Work
- Certificate in Catering and Accommodation Management
- Artisan in Plumbing and Pipe Fitting
- Certificate in Renewable Energy Technology
- Diploma in Electrical Engineering
- Certificate in Sign Language Interpretation
Campus and beyond
Where you would be, and who they are connected to.
On campus
- Well-stocked library with digital resource centre for trainees
- Engineering Workshops for mechanical and electrical practical training
- Computer Laboratories with internet access for ICT training
- Braille Production Unit with modern equipment for practical training
- Sports Facilities including football pitch and athletics grounds
Notable alumni
- Graduates working as business professionals across Machakos County
- Alumni contributing to local industries and enterprises in Machakos
International partnerships
4 institutions- TVETA (Technical and Vocational Education and Training Authority)
- KNEC (Kenya National Examinations Council)
- CDACC (Curriculum Development Assessment and Certification Council)
- Ministry of Education
Further reading
Entry marks, intakes and fees at Machakos Technical Institute for the Blind are restated each year. Save it and the app keeps this version, so you can see what changed when it does.