Mitaboni Vocational Training Centre
Location: Mitaboni - Kangundo, Kenol, Machakos County
Mitaboni Vocation Training Centre was started in 1956 as a Youth Welfare Centre. In 2009 it was registered by the Ministry as a youth vocational training centre.
Today, the Centre is ranked second amongst the 43 vocational training institutions in the county of Machakos.
The Amara Charitable Trust's relationship with the Centre dates back to 2021 when we sent our first batch of students for training. As the Trustees visited the students, they noted the deplorable state of the structures and facilities and made a decision to renovate selected classrooms, workshops, the girls' dormitory and construct a new eight-door ablution block for the girls and boys.
With the renovations, we hope to create a safe and conducive learning environment for the students and one that will give them a sense of self-worth and pride.
Quote: "Vocational education programs have made a real difference in the lives of countless young people nationwide; they build self-confidence and leadership skills by allowing students to utilize their unique gifts and talents." - Conrad Burns
Existing structure serving as the girls' dormitory with corrugated iron sheet ablutions
Current structure for the boys' ablutions
Current structure for the girls' ablutions
Welding classroom in poor state of repair
Motor vehicle classroom in its present state
On going construction to upgrade the facilities at the Centre
Trustees at the ground-breaking ceremony
Students gathered for prayers for a successful completion of the project
Our first project at a government run vocational centre
Renovations in progress to improve classroom block
