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Free Tech Education · All 47 Counties

Empowering Kenya's
Next Tech Leaders

Free, world-class training in AI, Cybersecurity, IoT, Big Data and Blockchain — purpose-built for TVET College students across Kenya, backed by world-class partners.

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January 2025 · First Bootcamp & Hackathon

We Built.
We Competed.
We Won.

Our first-ever Bootcamp and Hackathon in January 2025 brought together brilliant TVET minds to solve real African problems. The energy was electric — see the highlights.

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Career Launchpad

From Student
to Tech Professional

KITI's internship placements and startup acceleration track connect you directly with Kenya's thriving tech industry — turning skills into careers and ideas into ventures.

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Backed by Global Partners

Supported by Africa
& the World

KITI is funded by the African Union, European Union, German Cooperation, KfW Development Bank, and hosted at the University of Nairobi's c4dLab — Africa's premier tech hub.

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Internet of Things
Cybersecurity
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AI & Machine Learning
Internet of Things
Cybersecurity
Big Data Analytics
Blockchain Technology
Hackathons
Internships
Startup Acceleration
Who We Are

Bridging Kenya's Digital Divide

KITI is housed at the University of Nairobi's c4dLab — Africa's premier tech innovation hub. We make emerging technology education accessible to every TVET student across Kenya's 47 counties.

Free Online Learning Platform
Fully funded LMS with 5 tech tracks. Study self-paced, anywhere in Kenya, on any device.
Industry-Linked Career Pathways
Internships, mentors and employer connections through our growing Kenya tech partner network.
Startup Acceleration Support
Top ventures access c4dLab's incubator — coaching, co-working, investor access and seed funding.
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What We Teach

5 Emerging Technology Tracks

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AI & Machine Learning
Python, TensorFlow, scikit-learn. Build real predictive models for agriculture, health and finance across Kenya.
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Internet of Things
Arduino, Raspberry Pi, sensor networks. Build smart systems for agriculture, energy and urban infrastructure.
10 weeks FreeEnroll
High Demand
Cybersecurity
Ethical hacking, threat analysis, network security. Prepare for certifications and Kenya's fast-growing security sector.
14 weeks FreeEnroll
Analytical
Big Data Analytics
Hadoop, Spark, Power BI, Tableau. Transform raw data into insights that drive business and government decisions.
10 weeks FreeEnroll
Emerging
Blockchain Technology
Smart contracts, DeFi, Ethereum. Explore blockchain in Kenya's finance, land registry and supply chain.
8 weeks FreeEnroll
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More Courses Coming
Cloud Computing, Mobile Development and Digital Marketing courses in development with industry partners.
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Beyond the Classroom

Programs & Initiatives

Hands-on experiences that turn digital skills into real careers and ventures.

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Outreach Programs
KITI visits TVET institutions conducting awareness sessions, digital literacy workshops and enrollment drives across Kenya's 47 counties.
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Bootcamps
Intensive multi-day, in-person training sessions with deep hands-on practice. Our first Bootcamp took place in January 2025 — an incredible gathering of TVET talent.
Jan 2025 — Hands-On
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Hackathons
48-hour innovation sprints where student teams tackled real African challenges. Our inaugural Hackathon in January 2025 produced winning projects across 5 tech tracks.
Jan 2025 — Competitive
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Internships
Structured placements in tech companies, startups and government agencies — giving graduates real-world experience and professional networks.
Career Track
05
Startup Acceleration
Top student ventures access KITI's accelerator — mentoring, investor pitching, c4dLab co-working space and seed funding pathways.
Entrepreneurship
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Mentorship Network
Connect with Kenyan tech professionals, African entrepreneurs and global experts who open doors and guide your journey into technology.
Mentoring
Simple to Start

How KITI Works

Four simple steps from sign-up to a career in technology — all completely free.

Get Started Free
1
Sign Up for Free
Create your account on the KITI LMS. No fees, no barriers — just a phone number or email.
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Choose Your Tech Track
Pick from 5 tech courses aligned with Kenya's fastest-growing industries and your interests.
3
Learn & Participate
Complete self-paced modules, attend bootcamps, join hackathons and build real projects with peers.
4
Launch Your Career
Access internship placements, mentors, and startup support to turn skills into a career or business.
Our Impact

Transforming Lives Across Kenya

Real numbers reflecting real change in communities across Kenya since KITI launched.

Certification Rate97%
Female Graduates36%
Foundation Level Completions59%
Student Satisfaction Score94%
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Class of 2026

The Legacy Book
of KITI's First Graduates

Every name drifting across this page belongs to a real KITI graduate — 300 pioneers, bound into one commemorative booklet celebrating Kenya's newest generation of emerging-tech talent.

🎓 300 Graduates
📜 1,242 Certificates
🏫 71 Institutions Represented
📄 4.5 MB PDF
🗓 2026 Edition
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  • Foreword from c4dLab
  • Class of 2026 roster
  • AI & ML graduates
  • Cybersecurity graduates
  • IoT · Big Data · Blockchain
  • Partner institutions
  • Sponsors & acknowledgements
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Student Voices

Stories of Transformation

Real KITI students who are building careers in Kenya's tech economy.

"Before KITI, I had no idea AI was something someone from my background could study. The course was free, practical and life-changing. I've built a model that helps farmers in Kisumu predict maize yields."
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Amara Ochieng
AI Graduate — Kisumu TVET
"The cybersecurity bootcamp was intense but incredible. Within two months of graduating I landed a junior security analyst role at a Nairobi bank. KITI literally changed my career trajectory completely."
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Kevin Mutua
Cybersecurity Graduate — Machakos TVET
"I pitched my IoT water monitoring startup at the KITI Hackathon, won, connected to investors, and am now operating across three counties. None of this happens without KITI's ecosystem and support."
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Faith Wanjiku
IoT Graduate & Founder — Nakuru
"The Big Data course helped me understand how to analyse healthcare data. I secured a data analyst internship at a Nairobi hospital and I'm now working towards a full-time role — all thanks to KITI."
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James Kariuki
Data Analytics Graduate — Nyeri TVET
"KITI's Blockchain course opened my eyes to Web3 development. I built a smart contract for a savings group in my community — something I never imagined possible for a TVET student like me."
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Beatrice Njoki
Blockchain Graduate — Meru TVET
Partners & Funders

Backed by World-Class Partners

KITI is powered by two implementing partners and six international funders committed to Kenya's digital transformation.

Implementing Partners
University of Nairobi
University of Nairobi
Host Institution
c4dLab
c4dLab
Innovation Hub
Funders & Partners
African Union
African Union
AUDA-NEPAD
AUDA-NEPAD
European Union
European Union
GIZ
Deutsche Zusammenarbeit
KfW
KfW Development Bank
SIFA
Skills Initiative for Africa
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