TVET education expands technical skills and entrepreneurship opportunities

Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) institutions are increasingly serving as pathways for both professional employment and entrepreneurship. In Kenya, TVET colleges offer practical training in sectors such as information technology, engineering, hospitality, and agriculture. For the 2026/2027 academic year, prospective students can access placement through the Kenya Universities and Colleges Central Placement Service (KUCCPS) and apply for financial support via the Higher Education Financing (HEF) website.

In Malaysia, TVET programs are being utilized to transition graduates from job seekers to business owners. Initiatives like KBNet TVETMara combine technical expertise with business knowledge to foster Bumiputera technopreneurs. The program has reportedly produced 192 entrepreneurs over the last decade. Recent recognition includes Mohammad Hanafi Izuddin Ismail, an automotive engineering student, receiving the 2025 High-Performing Digital Entrepreneur Student Award at an event organized by the Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC).