Better Education for Africa’s Rise (BEAR) II

The Better Education for Africa’s Rise II (Phase II) is a joint initiative of the Republic of Korea and UNESCO.

​The activity is working to update curricula, better train teachers, re-brand the image of TVET, boost infrastructure and engage employers and enterprises to help create more comprehensive TVET Systems in Eastern Africa (Ethiopia, Kenya, Madagascar, Tanzania and Uganda). BEAR II interventions focus on improving the quality, relevance and perception of TVET in specific sectors carefully chosen for their potential for job creation. 

In Kenya, the BEAR project is strengthening TVET systems with focus on environmental sector, selected for its potential for economic growth, green jobs creation and environmental preservation. The sector was identified by the national government in line with Kenya’s Green Economy Strategy and Implementation Plan (2016-2030) and the National Climate Change Response Strategy (2010).

​The Strategy focuses on three key areas: 

Activities:

• Fostering youth employment and entrepreneurship
• Promoting equity and gender equality
• Facilitating transition to green economies and sustainable societies

Location:

• National

​Key Focus Areas: 

• TVET Curriculum Reform (CBET)
• Infrastructure Development
• Capacity Building
• Life/Employability Skills
• Policy Development
• Private Sector Engagement
• Youth instructor Training (TOTs)
• Youth Technical Skills Training

​Sector:

• Agro-processing
• Environmental
• Textile Industry
• Post harvest management
• Agribusiness
• Creative industries