Women at the centre
Training is designed around the realities of women and young mothers from Kariobangi and neighbouring communities.
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Create with skill.
Serve with confidence.
Build practical kitchen, service and hospitality skills for employment or your own business.
Catering & hospitalityHands-on training in Nairobi
TVETARegistered
institution
institution
30+Years of service
80–85%Employed or self-employed
18Practical courses
TVETARegistered institution
01 Who we are
Education that changes
what is possible.
Founded by the Comboni Missionary Sisters in 1992, KWPTI began at Holy Trinity Catholic Church in response to vulnerable and unsupported young women seeking refuge in Kariobangi.
Many of the women were pregnant and facing extremely difficult choices without family or financial support. The Sisters responded with human and spiritual care alongside practical education that could help each learner earn an income and build an independent future.
From the beginning, KWPTI has supported both women and their children through holistic training. Today, we offer technical and soft-skills education in catering, fashion and design, hairdressing and beauty, computer studies and other life-skill courses.
KWPTI is a nonprofit institution registered by the Technical and Vocational Education and Training Authority. Our qualified tutors prepare learners for practical work and recognised KNEC and NITA examinations.
As overseas donations reduced following economic pressures and the COVID-19 pandemic, the institute began developing income-generating projects—including a restaurant initiative—to strengthen long-term sustainability and create decent employment.
Childcare support
Free baby care is available for mothers who need a safe place for their young children while they study.
Our history
From a parish initiative to a recognised training institute.
St. Anuarite begins
The Holy Trinity Catholic Church Pro-Life group created the St. Anuarite project for young women facing crises caused by unplanned pregnancies. Parish volunteers provided pre- and post-natal counselling and dressmaking training. An initial six months at the parish followed by six months in the market was later extended, but the learners needed closer professional supervision.
The women’s project is established
The Comboni Missionary Sisters were entrusted with establishing a women’s project inside the parish compound. Kariobangi Women Promotion Project was formed to combine character and spiritual formation with technical skills, social and economic stability, and human maturity. About 240 learners attended counselling and life-skills seminars before training with local dressmaking artisans.
Training moves on campus
Following an external assessment, the Sisters brought the complete formation programme into the parish compound. With support from the Spanish NGO Manos Unidas, a dedicated technical-training institution for young women was constructed.
A new campus opens
In February, the new structure was inaugurated by Apostolic Nuncio Msgr. Tonucci. One-year courses included Dressmaking, Knitting, Tie and Dye, and Hand Embroidery. Admissions were reduced to 107 learners to strengthen teaching quality and close supervision, with an average of about 100 learners admitted annually thereafter.
Becoming KWPTI
The project began the process of recognition by Kenya’s Ministry of Higher Education, Science and Technology so more learners could qualify for recognised examinations and certificates. His Eminence John Cardinal Njue proposed the name “Archdiocese of Nairobi Kariobangi Women Promotion Training Institute”—KWPTI.
Skills and confidence
Technical learning is strengthened by soft skills, responsibility and the confidence to build an independent future.
Proven outcomes
Between 80% and 85% of former students find employment or create work for themselves and support their families.
Our purpose What guides us
A clear purpose.
A can-do spirit.
Every KWPTI programme is shaped by a commitment to dignity, opportunity and sustainable development for marginalised and vulnerable young women in Nairobi’s Eastlands.
Our mottoCan Do Spirit
To be the best training institute empowering young women in Nairobi’s Eastlands for sustainable development.
To provide quality and affordable training in fashion and design, hairdressing and beauty, catering and other life-skill courses so marginalised and vulnerable young women can sustain themselves and their families.
To proactively manage the institute for quality service delivery and sustainability.
Core values
- God-fearing
- Love
- Professionalism
- Teamwork
- Integrity
Partners Stronger together
Our education
partners.
We value the organisations that stand with KWPTI as we expand access to practical, life-changing education.
02 Find your path
Courses built for
the real world.
Choose a full-time qualification or a focused short course. Every programme centres practical learning and employable skills.
01Food & Beverage Production
02Fashion & Design
03Hairdressing & Beauty Therapy
04Dressmaking
05Nail Technology
06Embroidery
07Computer Studies
Practical skills.
Personal confidence.
Real opportunity.
03 Why KWPTI
More than
a qualification.
01
Learn by doing
Practical workshops build the competence employers and clients expect.
02
Affordable training
Accessible fees and flexible short-course options put skills within reach.
03
Whole-person support
Technical training is strengthened by soft skills, confidence and community.
04 Learning in action
Real training.
Real community.
See learners building practical skills, supporting one another and celebrating meaningful milestones at KWPTI.
04 Start here
Your next chapter
starts today.
Tell us what you would like to study. Our admissions team will contact you with the next intake dates, fees and requirements.