Mandera Technical Training Institute (MTTI)
A public technical and vocational college in Mandera, Kenya, offering engineering and business courses.
- County
- Mandera
- Established
- 2013
- Students
- 800
- Employment rate
- 55%
The institution
Who they are, how big, and how they rank.
About
Mandera Technical Training Institute (MTTI) was established in 2015 as a public TVET institution to address the skills gap in Mandera County, a region historically underserved by vocational education. Located in the arid northeastern part of Kenya, the institute was founded through a partnership between the national government, county government, and development partners to enhance youth employability and economic resilience. Its mission is to provide accessible, quality technical training tailored to local community needs, particularly in agriculture, livestock management, renewable energy, and entrepreneurship.
MTTI offers a range of certificate and diploma programmes accredited by TVETA, including ICT, plumbing, electrical installation, masonry,.
Accredited by TVETA and KNEC, the institution serves as a key technical training centre for the region, supporting the.
The numbers
- Annual fees
- Ksh 20,000 to Ksh 50,000
- Student to staff
- 1:18
- Mode of study
- Full-time
- Scholarships
- Offered
- Mentor institution
- North Eastern National Polytechnic
Research
The college focuses on competency based training research, with emphasis on hospitality & tourism management skills for mandera 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
10 listed- Certificate in Information Communication Technology
- Diploma in Information Communication Technology
- Certificate in Electrical and Electronics Engineering
- Diploma in Electrical and Electronics Engineering
- Artisan in Motor Vehicle Mechanics
- Certificate in Motor Vehicle Mechanics
- Certificate in Plumbing
- Diploma in Business Management
- Certificate in Fashion Design
- Certificate in Catering and Accommodation
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
- Sports Facilities including football pitch and athletics grounds
- Student Hostels with boarding facilities for trainees
- Cafeteria providing meals and refreshments for trainees
Notable alumni
- Graduates working as business professionals across Mandera County
- Alumni contributing to local industries and enterprises in Mandera
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 Mandera Technical Training Institute are restated each year. Save it and the app keeps this version, so you can see what changed when it does.