Mathira Technical and Vocational College (MTV9)

Mathira Technical and Vocational College, located in Nyeri County, was established in 2015 to address the growing demand for skilled technical and vocational education in the region. The college is committed to providing hands-on training that aligns with Kenya's Vision 2030 and the Competency-Based Education and Training (CBET) curriculum.

It offers a range of programs in engineering, information communication technology, business studies, and applied sciences. As a key TVET institution in the Mount Kenya region, The institution TVC plays a vital role in equipping youth with practical skills for employment and entrepreneurship, contributing to the country's industrial and technological development.

Mathira Technical and Vocational College conducts applied technical research and skills innovation aligned with the TVET CDACC Competency-Based Education and Training (CBET) framework and Nyeri 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.