About Us

Our History

Koshin Technical Training Institute began as a Youth Polytechnic founded by Rafiki Ya Maisha, an initiative of Mrs. Elizabeth Tunoi (Kenya) and Mrs. Claire Mathijsen Roth (France). After launching Rafiki Ya Maisha International in Paris in 2004, a Community-Based Organization was registered in Eldoret in 2007. This French-Kenyan partnership led to the creation of the polytechnic, later upgraded to an institute with the Ministry of Education’s approval. In April 2016, it was officially registered by the Technical and Vocational Education and Training Authority (TVETA) under the TVET Act No. 29 of 2013.

The original goal was to provide local youth with practical vocational skills. The first four classrooms and workshops were built in 2015, followed in 2016 by the administration block and four more classrooms.

In 2017, the Ministry of Education equipped the institute with state-of-the-art electrical and electronics tools from China, enabling us to offer specialized courses in Instrumentation and Control, Telecommunications, and Power Engineering.

By 2018, a modern 300-seat multi-purpose hall—funded by Rafiki Ya Maisha International—was completed, along with two additional classrooms, bringing the total to 11 well-equipped learning spaces. Today, these facilities host training sessions, seminars, conferences, talent showcases, and more, serving as a hub for skills development and community growth.

Our Journey & Future

Koshin Technical Training Institute began as a Youth Polytechnic founded by Rafiki Ya Maisha, a joint initiative of Mrs. Elizabeth Tunoi (Kenya) and Mrs. Claire Mathijsen Roth (France). Launched in Paris in 2004 and registered in Eldoret in 2007, this French-Kenyan partnership created a vocational training centre that was later upgraded to an institute. In April 2016, Koshin TTI was officially accredited by the Technical and Vocational Education and Training Authority (TVETA) under the TVET Act No. 29 of 2013.

The first four classrooms and workshops opened in 2015, followed by an administration block and four more classrooms in 2016. In 2017, the Ministry of Education equipped our Electrical Workshops and Laboratories with modern tools from China, enabling us to offer specialized Electrical and Electronics Engineering courses. By 2018, we had added a 300-seat multi-purpose hall and two more classrooms, bringing our total to 11 well-equipped learning spaces.

Today, Koshin TTI delivers quality, hands-on training in ICT, Engineering, Building Technology, Hospitality, Fashion, Business, and other technical fields. Our dedicated leadership team, experienced faculty, and strong industry partnerships ensure our programs align with market needs.

Guided by our values—integrity, innovation, and excellence—we are committed to expanding our programs, strengthening industry linkages, and fostering a supportive learning environment that prepares our students for lifelong success.