TVETA Auditors Conduct TVET Quality Audit at JKUAT TVET Institute – Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology

*JKUAT team and TVETA auditors during the meeting at Karen Campus.*

The JKUAT TVET Institute successfully played host to the Technical and Vocational Education and Training Authority (TVETA) accreditation audit that was spearheaded by TVETA auditors led by Mary Munyi supported by Jackline Barongo, Phoebe Makinga and Noah Koech. The audit exercise is part of the statutory requirements for the institution’s compliance with the Technical and Vocational Education and Training Act, relevant regulations and established quality assurance standards.

The audit, conducted on Thursday, January 29, 2026 at the TVET Institute based at JKUAT Karen Campus, started with a brief opening meeting where the audit team outlined the scope, objectives and methodology of the audit exercise.

The Deputy Vice Chancellor in charge of Academic Affairs, Prof. Robert Kinyua, said, the exercise was an important quality improvement process taking place at the time when the JKUAT TVET Institute is planning to expand into establishing TVET centers in Mombasa and Nakuru.

Present during the exercise included the Deputy Vice Chancellor in charge of Research, Production and Extension Division, Prof. Jackson Kwanza, Principal Karen Campus, Prof. Hellen Mberia, Director TVET, Dr. Fridah Simba and key departmental heads.

The JKUAT host team demonstrated noticeable institutional commitment and cooperation throughout the process by ensuring availability and access to all required documentation, critical to the audit process, including governance records, academic programs, staff credentials, teaching and learning facilities learner support system compliance.

The auditors conducted physical inspection of classrooms, laboratories, library, hostel and other facilities to verify adequate safety, and suitability for training delivery.

The audit concluded with an exit meeting where the auditors presented preliminary findings, recommendations and provided guidance on areas of improvement.

The auditors noted that they were impressed with JKUAT TVET Institute’s level of excellence and readiness during the process. The institute acknowledged the feedback from the auditors and committed to address all recommendations made to enhance compliance and to support successful accreditation. Director of TVET commended the team for their high level of excellence, commitment and preparedness during the audit process.