Windhoek, Namibia & Nairobi, Kenya – September 2024 – The TourEdu4All project expanded its impact with a comprehensive study visit to Namibia and Kenya, fostering cross-continental collaboration in tourism vocational education. The visits, held in partnership with local institutions, aimed to exchange best practices and develop innovative approaches to inclusive tourism training.
In Namibia, the delegation engaged in an immersive experience that included visits to the African Hospitality and Tourism (AHT) vocational training center in Katutura, Windhoek. Participants explored how AHT provides hands-on training opportunities to students, especially on weekends, ensuring continuous skills development. The study visit also included an industry insight session at The Weinberg Hotel, part of the Gondwana Collection, where discussions centered on sustainable tourism practices, hospitality management, and workforce development.
Further engagements in Namibia included site visits to additional vocational training institutions, where participants examined the integration of competency-based education models into tourism and hospitality programs. Discussions focused on adapting curricula to align with market needs and fostering public-private partnerships to enhance employability in the sector.
The Kenya visit, supported by the Technical and Vocational Education and Training Authority (TVETA), provided an in-depth look into the country’s leading tourism and hospitality training institutions. Participants engaged in interactive sessions and facility tours at Boma International Hospitality College (BIHC), Kibondeni College, Utalii College, Kiambu National Polytechnic, and Karen Technical Training Institute. These institutions showcased their commitment to excellence in hospitality education through detailed presentations on training programmes, curriculum development processes, and practical learning approaches.
Throughout the visit, discussions focused on integrating industry-driven curricula, digital tools, and sustainability practices into tourism training. Participants explored best practices in hospitality management, customer service, and tourism operations while identifying opportunities for future collaboration.
The study visit concluded with an insightful trip to Nairobi National Park, providing an experiential learning opportunity on eco-tourism and conservation efforts in Kenya.
Both visits underscored the importance of collaborative knowledge-sharing in building sustainable, inclusive tourism training models. TourEdu4All remains committed to equipping educators and students with the necessary skills to foster a more diverse and accessible tourism industry.
