TVET gets Ksh 58.4 billion as Parliament increases education funding
By Sharon Atieno, June 8, 2026Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) institutions are set for a funding boost after Parliament approved an increase in budget allocations for the sector in the 2026/2027 financial year.
According to the approved report on budget estimates on Saturday, June 4, 2026, the State Department for Technical Vocational Education and Training will now receive Ksh58.49 billion, up from the initially proposed Ksh57.96 billion.
“Vote 1064 – State Department for Technical Vocational Education and Training THAT, a sum not exceeding Kshs. 58,489,307,753 be issued from the Consolidated Fund to complete the sum necessary to meet the expenditure (Recurrent and Development) during the year ending 30th June, 2027, in respect of Vote 1064 (State Department for Technical Vocational Education and Training),” the report states.
The adjustment reflects an increase in both recurrent and development expenditure, signaling continued government focus on technical education and skills development as part of efforts to strengthen youth employment and industrial growth.
Technical training receives biggest share
The largest share of the allocation has been directed toward Technical Vocational Education and Training programmes, which received Sh57.21 billion under the final estimates.
The amount increased from the previously submitted allocation of Ksh 56.68 billion, with development expenditure recording notable growth.
Under the approved estimates, recurrent expenditure for TVET programmes increased to Ksh 48.61 billion, while development funding rose to Ksh 8.60 billion.
The increase is expected to support infrastructure expansion, learning equipment, institutional development and training programmes across TVET institutions.
Youth development funding remains unchanged
Funding for Youth Training and Development programmes remained unchanged at Ksh 69.56 million under the approved estimates.
Similarly, allocations for General Administration, Planning and Support Services remained at Ksh 1.20 billion.
The unchanged figures indicate that the major adjustments within the State Department largely targeted technical and vocational education programmes.
Government strengthens focus on skills and jobs
The increased allocation comes at a time when the government continues to position TVET institutions as a key pillar in addressing youth unemployment and equipping learners with practical skills for the labour market.
In recent years, authorities have intensified efforts to increase enrolment in technical institutions while promoting skills-based education as an alternative pathway for learners.
The latest budget approval is expected to further strengthen the sector as demand for technical and vocational training continues to grow across the country.