Gov't Closes Down 2 Colleges in Migori County

The Technical and Vocational Education and Training Authority (TVETA) has announced the closure of two institutions in Migori County.

Technical and Vocational Education and Training Authority (TVETA) has announced the closure of two institutions in Migori County.

In a public notice on Thursday, January 23, TVETA noted that Cambridge Universal College, located in Isebania, and Yolifa Institute of Business Studies in Rongo Town, ceased operations on January 20 and January 21, 2025, respectively.

The authority cited the failure of both institutions to meet the registration and accreditation standards as the reason for the closure.

"The closure of these institutions is due to failure to meet the registration and accreditation standards as stipulated under Section 17 of the TVET Act Cap 210A," the notice read. 

TVETA has urged parents and guardians to verify the registration status of institutions before enrolling their children in any training programs. 

The authority has provided an online platform for this purpose, available at www.tveta.go.ke/accredited-tvet-institutions.

Additionally, inquiries can be made through TVETA’s official communication channels via email at [email protected] or by phone at +254-20-2392140 and +254-700-015-440.

“The public is reminded that TVET Authority is committed to ensuring the delivery of quality and relevant training across all technical and vocational institutions in Kenya,” the statement concludes.

TVETA is a state corporation established in Kenya under the TVET Act of 2013. 

Its primary role is to regulate and coordinate the TVET sector by licensing, registering, and accrediting training institutions and programs. 

TVETA also promotes access to vocational training, ensures quality standards, and advises the government on training policies. 

Additionally, the authority develops frameworks for quality assurance and oversees compliance with national training objectives.