The Technical and Vocational Education and Training Authority (TVETA) announced the immediate closure of all campuses operated by the Kenya Institute of Management (KIM) across the country on April 20, 2026.
TVETA raised concerns over KIM’s operations despite lacking proper accreditation. The authority confirmed that KIM’s accreditation has been fully withdrawn, effectively halting all its operations nationwide.
KIM has been offering unapproved programmes and awarding academic qualifications in violation of the TVET Act Cap 210A. Furthermore, KIM employed trainers who did not possess valid training licenses, contrary to regulations.
Any certificates, diplomas, or other qualifications obtained from KIM beyond 2018 are not recognized for employment or further education. TVETA warned that certificates issued by institutions without legal mandates are considered internal and lack recognition in Kenya.
TVETA urged prospective students to verify the accreditation status of institutions before enrolling in training programs. This warning reflects a growing concern about educational standards within the technical and vocational sector.
KIM was founded in 1954 and was regarded as a premier membership-based professional body in East Africa. It expanded into a wide network of branches, becoming synonymous with its diploma programs and the annual Company of the Year Awards (COYA).
Dr. Muriithi Ndegwa expressed that stakeholders should treat this situation seriously. He stated, “We wish to assure our stakeholders – students, alumni, partners, and the general public – that we are treating this matter with the utmost seriousness it deserves.”
Members of the public are advised to exercise caution while engaging with KIM. They should verify the accreditation status of any institution before enrolling in any programme of study.
This closure is part of broader efforts by TVETA to uphold standards within Kenya’s technical and vocational education sector. Details remain unconfirmed regarding potential future actions for KIM or affected students.
