Archive: June, 2025
George’s story: Love for technology lead to teaching
27.06.25
George Onyango is the go-to person when you’re having trouble with a device. As the electronic technology technician at Nakawa Vocational Training College, he’s the first one to step in. “People often claim that their computers or phones are faulty, but in reality, they just don’t know how to operate them. So instead of fixing,
READ MORERacheal’s story: changing the face of vocational education in Uganda
06.06.25
Through courage, skill, and persistence, Racheal Manake is changing the face of vocational education. She is a one of a kind motor vehicle instructor at Lugogo Vocational Training Institute in Uganda – in a field full of men, she’s one of the very few women and the only one in her department. “When I first
READ MOREEstonian experiences support the development of VET education in Ukraine
02.06.25
Kristi Lillemägi Mondo’s Ukraine Project Manager The strength of vocational education in Ukraine is of utmost importance, as the war has significantly changed the labor market, making it essential to teach new and modern professions quickly and with high quality. Estonia’s experience in this field serves as a valuable guiding example. In mid-May, representatives from
READ MOREMondo launches collaboration with HK Unicorn Squad in Kenya
Kenya’s education system faces several challenges, including in the STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) fields. One of the main issues is the lack of practical learning in schools, which results in STEM education being largely theoretical. This reduces young people’s interest in technology and engineering, as they do not see a clear connection between
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