EASTRIP Project

EASTRIP is an initiative of African Governments & the World Bank to increase access & improve quality of TVET programs in selected Flagship TVET Institutes

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Industry experts actively participate in curriculum development, ensuring graduates acquire the practical skills and technical knowledge necessary to meet current labor market demands.

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With funding from the @WorldBankGroup under EASTRIP, Hawassa Polytechnic College has established strong collaborations with textile manufacturers. These partnerships ensure that training programs remain aligned with the evolving requirements of the job market.

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Graduate employment rates, among 16 Regional Flagship TVET institutes in East Africa under the @WorldBankGroup –funded EASTRIP, have risen to 80 percent within six months of graduation, up from 47 percent before the project.

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The institution has also established strategic partnerships with industry stakeholders and academic institutions. These collaborations ensure that the curriculum remains aligned with evolving market trends and industry requirements.

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With funding from @WorldBankGroup under the EASTRIP, Hawassa Polytechnic College has developed modern training facilities, including a fully equipped learning factory. This investment provides students with a conducive environment to develop competencies in textile production.

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a regional flagship TVET institute for textile and garment technology. This was achieved through targeted institutional capacity building designed to equip students with the competencies needed to meet the increasing demand for skilled professionals in the sector.

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With support from @WorldBankGroup under the East Africa Skills for Transformation and Regional Integration Project, Hawassa Polytechnic College, Ethiopia is advancing technical training in textile technology.

Through this project, the institution has established itself as

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a regional flagship TVET institute for textile and garment technology. This was achieved through targeted institutional capacity building designed to equip students with the competencies needed to meet the increasing demand for skilled professionals in the sector.

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Project implementers from 16 Regional Flagship TVET Institutes and Ministries responsible for TVET from Ethiopia, Kenya and Tanzania convened for the 11th Technical Advisory Meeting for #EASTRIP, held online from 28th to 29th May, to review progress towards project completion.

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This strategic alignment, funded by the @WorldBankGroup under EASTRIP, is instrumental in positioning the institution as a leading regional centre of excellence for building and construction training.

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@MeruNPRFTI is strengthening collaboration between Technical and Vocational Education and Training institutions and industry stakeholders, with a focus on enhancing the practical competencies of both students and trainers.

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KenGen Geothermal Training Centre conducted a pre-test of the Green Hydrogen Unit of Learning as part of the requirements set by the Technical and Vocational Education and Training Authority (TVETA).

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The modern facilities are designed to provide students with hands-on experience, aligning with industry requirements.

Furthermore, the institute's curricula have been benchmarked against international standards to ensure relevance and applicability.

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The infrastructural developments at Meru National Polytechnic, supported by World Bank funding under EASTRIP, have enhanced the institute's capacity to deliver industry-standard training.

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Under the project, the institute has developed and implemented industry-aligned curricula, enhancing the quality of TVET graduates to meet emerging industry trends.

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Meru National Polytechnic , with funding from the World Bank under EASTRIP, is emerging as a regional centre of excellence in building and construction training.

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Eng. Oginga delivered a Key note speech on Road Safety and Active Mobility subtheme and discussed the major challenge of road sign vandalism, which contributes to more accidents than any other factor, and the importance of designing non-metallic signs to last longer.
Additionally, the importance of incorporating gender and disability inclusion in road construction was emphasized, along with the challenges of meeting international standards recommended by foreign consultants.
Statistics showed that approximately 4,000 people lose their lives every year due to road accidents in Kenya. He highlighted the importance of integrating technology, policy, innovation, and human resource development to improve transport, and efforts to establish modern transport systems such as Intelligent Transport Systems in major cities.
Collaboration between educational institutions and the transport sector was identified as essential for sustainable development

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The Capacity Building Workshop on the Research Excellence Framework for Higher Education in East Africa commenced today, 21st May 2026, in Entebbe, Uganda, bringing together researchers, research managers, quality assurance experts, and policy practitioners from across the EAC.

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facilitate regional integration through student and trainer exchange programs.

This initiative extends beyond education, aiming to drive economic transformation, create jobs, and reduce reliance on imported leather goods.

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DIT Mwanza has established strategic partnerships with local leather industries and international institutions, such as the Africa Leather and Leather Products Institute in Ethiopia. These collaborations, supported by @WorldBankGroup funding under EASTRIP,