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  "id": 15592366,
  "title": "KPC-owned Morendat National Polytechnic scales up training of certified pipeline welders",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/19/kpc-owned-morendat-national-polytechnic-scales-up-training-of",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-19T10:06:52.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "KahawaTungu",
    "slug": "kahawatungu",
    "url": "https://kahawatungu.com/kpc-owned-morendat-national-polytechnic-scales-up-training-of-certified-pipeline-welders/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The Morendat Institute of Oil & Gas National Polytechnic (MIOG-NP), owned by Kenya Pipeline Company Plc (KPC Plc), is expanding its specialized training for pipeline welders and other technical professionals to meet the growing demand in Kenya's expanding oil and gas sector. KPC Plc aims to train over 30 pipeline welders annually, leveraging the institute's capacity to produce more than 100 certified welders per year since 2024. This initiative aligns with KPC Plc's strategy to develop a skilled, globally competitive technical workforce to support Kenya's industrialization agenda and enhance local participation in major infrastructure projects.\n\nKPC Plc's Acting Managing Director and CEO, Pius Mwendwa, highlighted the institute's pivotal role in bridging skills gaps in the oil and gas sector, which is critical as the country seeks to capitalize on increased investments in petroleum production, refining, and pipeline infrastructure. The expansion of MIOG-NP's training programs is particularly timely as Kenya positions itself to benefit from major developments such as the Dangote East Africa Petroleum Refinery in Lamu County and the South Lokichar oil project in Turkana County.\n\nMwendwa emphasized KPC Plc's commitment to fostering national development through skills development, knowledge transfer, and industry-focused capacity building. Dr. Nancy Kosgei, Director of MIOG-NP, explained that the institute is enhancing its training portfolio with competency-based diploma and certificate programs, specialized short courses, and internationally recognized technical certification pathways. These programs emphasize practical, industry-relevant skills to improve employability and competitiveness in the labor market.\n\nThe institute is also strengthening its training offerings through partnerships with county governments, industry players, and other institutions, focusing on areas such as firefighting, occupational health and safety, emergency response, electrical installation, and liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) handling. These partnerships aim to enhance technical capacity, promote workplace safety, and ensure compliance with occupational health and safety standards across various sectors.\n\nSince its establishment in 2014, MIOG-NP has trained over 6,000 professionals across various technical disciplines, contributing significantly to skills development in Kenya and the East African region. The institution operates training campuses in Nairobi, Naivasha, and Eldoret, providing specialized facilities for welding, pipeline operations, instrumentation, mechanical training, firefighting, and occupational safety. The upcoming Nairobi roadshow will offer prospective trainees, parents, employers, and stakeholders the opportunity to engage with MIOG-NP representatives, explore available training programs, and learn about admissions, professional certification, and career development pathways.",
  "summary": "The Morendat Institute of Oil & Gas National Polytechnic (MIOG-NP), a technical training institution wholly owned by Kenya Pipeline Company Plc (KPC Plc), is scaling up specialised training and international certification of pipeline welders and other technical professionals to bridge critical skills gaps in Kenya’s and the region’s rapidly expanding oil and gas sector. The [...] The post…",
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