TVETA revokes KIM accreditation, orders closure of all campuses

The Technical and Vocational Education and Training Authority has revoked the accreditation of the Kenya Institute of Management and ordered the immediate closure of all its campuses across the country.

In a notice dated April 20, 2026, the authority said KIM had been allegedly offering and awarding academic and professional programmes without proper accreditation, in violation of the Technical and Vocational Education and Training Act.

However, in a quick rejoinder, the Kenya Institute of Management (KIM) said it has noted the circulation of the notice issued by TVETA regarding the revocation of accreditation and closure of KIM campuses.

"We wish to assure our stakeholders – students, alumni, partners, and the general public – that we are treating this matter with the utmost seriousness it deserves," KIM said in a statement.

"KIM is currently reviewing the contents of the notice and actively engaging the relevant regulatory authorities to address the issues raised and determine the appropriate course of action in line with the law. In the meantime, we urge our stakeholders to remain calm and rely on official communication channels for accurate updates."

"We are committed to providing timely and transparent information as the situation evolves. Established in 1954, KIM has been in the forefront of advancing management practices and professional development in Kenya for 72 years. Throughout this period, we have remained steadfast to our commitment to professionalism, integrity and transparency - values that continue to guide our operations and engagement with all stakeholders. We appreciate your patience and continued trust."

TVETA noted that while KIM had initially been accredited to offer programmes assessed and certified by TVET-CDACC, the institution continued to offer unapproved courses and award qualifications contrary to Section 17(3) of the law.

“It has come to the attention of the Authority that the Kenya Institute of Management (KIM) is offering and awarding various academic and professional programmes to members of the public without accreditation. KIM was accredited to offer programmes assessed and certified by TVET-CDACC,” the statement read.

It also cited the engagement of trainers without valid licences, breaching Section 23(1) of the Act.

The regulator declared that KIM no longer has the legal mandate to award qualifications.

It warned that any certificates, diplomas or other credentials issued by the institution beyond 2018 will not be recognised for employment, further education or professional advancement.

“The public is hereby notified that KIM does not have the legal mandate to award qualifications. Consequently, any certificates, diplomas, or other qualifications obtained from the institution beyond 2018 are not recognised for purposes of employment, further education, or professional advancement.”

“Pursuant to Sections 36 and 37 of the TVET Act, the accreditation earlier issued to KIM and all its campuses has been revoked and all KIM campuses closed with immediate effect,” the authority said.

Members of the public have been urged to exercise caution and verify the accreditation status of institutions before enrolling in any programme.

TVETA said it remains committed to safeguarding the integrity and quality of training in Kenya and will take action against institutions operating outside the legal framework.