Uzuri Institute is a distinguished Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) college located in Thika, Kiambu, Kenya. Its mission is to power employability and vocational prosperity by offering a diverse range of programs designed to meet the needs of the modern job market.
The institution provides both diploma-level programs and short courses across several departments. Key academic departments include Cosmetology (Hair & Beauty), Hospitality Management (Catering), Fashion & Interior Design, Information and Communication Technology (ICT), Travel & Tourism Management, Electrical & Electronic Engineering, and Journalism & Media Studies.
The college emphasizes hands-on, practical learning with state-of-the-art facilities such as beauty labs, electrical workshops, media studios, and computer labs. It operates multiple campuses including a main campus in Thika on Haile Selassie Road, a campus in Machakos, and a fully accessible virtual campus for global online learning.
Student life at Uzuri Institute is highlighted by extracurricular activities including sports, the annual Mr. & Miss Uzuri pageant, academic trips, and corporate social responsibility initiatives like tree planting. The institution boasts a growing alumni network and partners with various organizations to enhance student opportunities.
It positions itself as a career-focused college offering accredited, affordable vocational training for young professionals and adult learners seeking skill-based education.