NAIROBI, Kenya—Kenya Airways and London Metropolitan University have sealed a lucrative deal to enhance aviation training and meet critical industry needs.
The deal reached out at Pride Centre will offer affordable globally accredited courses, ensuring graduates are well-prepared for the aviation industry.
Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Migos Ogamba who officiated over the signing of the partnership between the two institutions stated that the launch marked a significant milestone in Kenya’s and the region’s aviation sector.
The CS emphasised that the collaboration represented a critical step in addressing the current skills gap in Kenya’s aviation industry and would strengthen the country’s ability to compete in the global aerospace economy.
“It’s no doubt that this is a timely intervention that will provide training opportunities to aspiring aviation professionals and set the stage for the provision of globally recognised aviation qualifications that will eventually bridge this gap,” said the CS.
What the new partnership means to Kenyans
In his speech, the CS exuded confidence that the collaboration presented a unique opportunity for Kenyans to access higher education qualifications tailored to the aviation industry, enhancing the skills of Kenya Airways employees and equipping the broader public with specialised competencies that would increase their employability in a highly competitive global market.
Kenya Airways CEO, Allan Kilavuka led invited guests on a tour of the Pride Centre training facilities where CS Ogamba expressed his admiration for the state-of-the-art training facilities, highlighting their importance in enhancing aviation training standards for Kenya and also the region.
CS Ogamba commended Kenya Airways and the London Metropolitan University for forging the partnership, underscoring their shared commitment to developing a future-ready aviation workforce, and assured them of the Ministry of Education’s support in creating an enabling policy environment to foster the growth of aviation education in Kenya.
Forming strategic collaborations and partnerships with both local and international stakeholders is essential for expanding access to quality training. These partnerships also play a crucial role in bridging the skills gap in key areas necessary for socio-economic transformation.
In attendance was a delegation from the London Metropolitan University led by the Vice Chancellor, Prof. Julie Hall as well as representatives from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the British High Commission.
Why Kenya Airways donated an aircraft to Mang’u High School
This new development comes barely a month after a decommissioned Kenya Airways plane was donated to Mang’u High School by Kenya Airways.
Kenya Airways stressed that the action will assist in increasing the usefulness of aviation courses in the educational sector.
KQ Chief Strategy and Innovation Officer Hellen Mathuka presided over the handing-over ceremony on Sunday, January 12, 2025.
“This aircraft, once soaring the skies, now begins a new chapter as a learning resource to inspire and equip future aviators, engineers, and innovators,” said Mathuka.
Kenya Airways began operations on February 4, 1977, succeeding East African Airways after its dissolution.
