The Nyeri National Polytechnic

In the global arena, Science, Technology and Innovation (ST & I) are the drivers for rapid world's economic prosperity, social development and provide tools and solutions to address global challenges. For this reason, the government through the Ministry of Education, has strengthened the focus of ST& I and Technical Education (TE) policies as underlying the country's national development efforts. The Government National Development agenda is clearly outlined in various key policy documents including the Economic Recovery Strategy for Wealth and Employment Creation (ERSWEC) 2003-2007 and the National Development Plan 2002-2008. The government also recognizes that its development agenda can be accelerated if there is renewed focus on the integration of ST&I in all the social-economic sectors as outlined in the Kenya Vision 2030. The government has therefore embraced ST&I and TE as one of its top priorities. NTTI was earmarked for the promotion to a National Polytechnic in June 2013 and this has been a dream realized after a lot of preparation, patience and prayer. In June the institute was given the polytechnic order. The Nyeri Polytechnic continues to undertake training programs which provide wholesome technical skills and levels of qualifications needed in various sectors of the economy. The Nyeri Polytechnic will participate in technological innovations, indulge in serous and high quality research and be involved in the protection of the environment and the common heritage of the country. The Polytechnic will work with the stakeholders to provide facilities for technological, professional and scientific education for the industrial development of the country. The Polytechnic will continue to integrate information and communication technology (ICT) to multiply access and improve training capacity, delivery modes and life-long employability of the graduates. The polytechnic is keen on introducing higher courses due to its elevation in the areas of ICT, Engineering Business, and Pharmacy among others. In addition to normal training schedule the institute shall offer training on coffee marketing to farmers as a niche area. The Polytechnic has been re-branding, upgrading its infrastructure (water, buildings and electricity) and enhancing ICT in order to cope with the expanded mandate. Background Information