Edukans, Kisumu Polytechnic to train 2,300 youth in green textile skills
Nyanza
By
David Njaaga
| May 08, 2025
Kisumu National Polytechnic Chief Principal Catherine Kelonye (left), alongside Edukans Country Director after signing the MoU. [File, Standard]
At least 2,300 Kenyan youth are set to receive specialised training in green textile and fashion under the newly launched Wear the Green Future initiative, a partnership between Edukans Kenya and the Kisumu National Polytechnic.
The programme, supported by the Netherlands’ National Postcode Lottery, aims to equip the next generation with critical green skills, positioning them as leaders in the sustainable textile sector.
The collaboration, formalised through a signed Memorandum of Understanding, will integrate sustainability and circular economy principles into Kenya’s technical and vocational education and training (TVET) landscape.
The goal is to revolutionise how young professionals are trained in textile and fashion design, making the industry more environmentally responsible.
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The curriculum will cover sustainable fashion design, eco-conscious production processes, waste reduction, and circular business models, aiming to reshape Kenya's textile and garment sector.
Newly trained individuals will be ready to drive sustainable practices and innovations that align with global trends in eco-conscious production.
“This partnership is a critical step in empowering Kenya’s youth to not only thrive in the workforce but to lead the transition toward a more sustainable and circular economy,” said Moses Oketch, Edukans Kenya Country Director.
“The skills and knowledge they will gain are essential for the future of the textile industry in Kenya and beyond,“ he added.
Chief Principal of The Kisumu National Polytechnic, Catherine Kelonye, added: “This partnership enhances the quality of education and offers a tangible path to green employment, supporting both national and global efforts to reduce the environmental impact of fashion.”
The training will be delivered starting later this year, with the Green Skills Module expected to set the standard for future TVET courses in Kenya’s textile industry.