Partnership with APMI for academic and vocational excellence
CPI has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Africa Peace Missions Institute (APMI) to deliver and implement educational program in Kenya inline with Kenya’s curriculum through CAL and vocational training. The first school began operations in the Nairobi suburb of Ngong in May 2022 with initial 48 students enrolled to learn vocational skills in using computers, catering and beauty therapy (hairdressing and cosmetology).
A second school in Ngong opened in 2023 at the JuaKali Mechanics and Artisans Association Centre, where students learn trades such as auto mechanics, welding, carpentry, and plumbing. The Board of JuaKali has allocated space to APMI to house a computer facility. Through these two schools/centres, more than 1,000 students have been impacted; graduating with computer skills, haidressing, dressmaking, catering, metal fabrication, amongst others.
Students in the computer lab in Ngong learning digital skills through CAL
Catering students posing for a photo at CIDC Juakali hub
A group of students graduating from various vocational skills training programs in Ngong
Program Impact
630+
Current Students
Enrolled in 2025
1,500+
Graduated
Completed Vocational Training
6
School Locations
Operational + 1 launching soon
2,500+
Total Impact
Students served
APMI Ngong and CIDC Juakali - CAL Hubs
CPI’s partner agency in Kenya, Africa Peace Missions Institute (APMI) currently operates two schools in Ngong, a suburb of the capital Nairobi. Before its affiliation with CPI in 2022, APMI’s only school in Ngong offered a mission leadership program, which included an introduction to microbusiness, and vocational training. An introductory computer course was added after APMI began its partnership with CPI. This school is situated close to a large slum and its vocational courses attract young women with children. A generous donor has provided the funds to build a childcare
centre that will allow the mothers to concentrate on their learning.
The second school is located on the site of the JuaKali Mechanics and Artisans Association Centre, a trade school. APMI’s CAL program, begun in 2023, offers a video library that the students use to learn the theoretical aspects of the trades for which they are training. The facility also contains a cybercafé that is used by the students to access the internet.
Students in the computer lab in Ngong learning digital skills through CAL
CPI Director for Africa Program, Patrick Obonde, cutting the ribbon to launch the school at CIDC Juakali
Students receiving instruction in the vocational dressmaking program in Ngong
KMC-Migori CAL Hub
In 2023, a partnership between CPI, its program administrator APMI, and the Kenya Mennonite Church (KMC) led to the establishment of an additional CAL school in Migori. This institution offers vocational training in computer studies and dressmaking.
Since its launch, the school has empowered over 300 students from vulnerable backgrounds. The skills acquired have enabled graduates to launch their own businesses or find employment in local supermarkets, cyber cafes, and petrol stations. The facility also doubles as a hub for peace-building, providing the community with access to a specialized Anabaptist peace library. Furthermore, it hosts monthly peace-leadership circles that bring community leaders together for dialogue, enhancing local cohesion.
Students in the computer lab in Migori learning digital skills through CAL
KMC bishops consecrating the CAL lab in Migori during its launch in November 2023 led by Bishop Amos of Tanzania Mennonite Church (TMC).
A group of students from the first cohort graduating from various vocational skills training programs in Migori
APMI Madiany Leadership STEPS Hub
The impact was immediate. To date, the school has empowered over 200 students from vulnerable backgrounds, offering them a critical opportunity for skills development that would otherwise be out of reach. Beyond vocational training, the facility quickly became a hub for peace, with the CAL platform hosting a specialized Anabaptist peace library. The centre also hosts monthly leadership circles that enhance dialogue and cohesion among local leaders.
Strengthening Impact with Solar Power and Sustainable Agriculture
To ensure this vital work continues without interruption, CPI supported the installation of a high-capacity solar system in 2025. This upgrade solved the challenge of frequent, prolonged power outages that were disrupting learning and dampening the spirits of students just beginning to see their progress.
The same year, with funding from the Canadian Government secured through CPI, the center launched an innovative beekeeping program. This initiative is designed to provide sustainable economic empowerment for the community. Already, 50 young women and youth have received training in apiary management. The program has established 30 beehives, which are now occupied and actively being monitored.
This project is a true game-changer for the Madiany community. It not only provides a source of income through the future harvest and sale of honey but also contributes to environmental conservation through increased pollination. This holistic approach ensures that the community grows in both economic resilience and ecological health.
A screenshot of the CAL platform deployed in Madiany featuring the 4-in-1 school model plus a powerful peace library recourse, encyclopedia, as well an additional interfaith peace-leadership resource donated by our friends at Peacemakers Confessing Christ International (PCCI).
Students in the CAL computer lab in Madiany learning digital skills, peace-leadership, and other vocational skills training courses through CAL
A group of apiary management students under the beekeeping project setting up one of the beehives in Madiany
New Hub Launch in Suna West Region - KMC-Lwendo DECH
In partnership with CPI, on April 6, 2025, KMC-Lwendo Mennonite Church launched a new hub in Suna West Region. The Hub, styled as the Centre for Peace and Development, is dedicated to empowering the vulnerable community through Computer-Assisted Learning (CAL) education. The program offers 4-in-1 school levels designed to facilitate access to academics, appropriate employable skills, peacemaking, and community development.
Since its launch, the Hub has enrolled a full class of 35 students, installed a Solar Power supply system for constant power and enhanced security, and secured funding from other donors to drill a borehole providing clean water supply for both the school and the community. The Hub is collaborating with local schools, Government of Kenya administration, NGO agencies, and other key stakeholders to expand the program as an integrated education and community development initiative.
Program Leadership
Africa Peace Missions Institute (APMI)
Chartered in 1996 as ACDC, APMI Centre has been involved in education and community development for more than three decades. Specially registered by The Government of Kenya as APMI [Africa] Peace Missions Training Institute. Partnership established through Memorandum of Understanding to deliver comprehensive educational programming combining academic CAL courses with vocational training.
Read More @ https://apmicentre.org/
Special Recognition
Great gratitude to Ms. Preethy Thomas and Shyla Verghese for supporting the establishment of the Child Development and Day Care Centre (CDC) at The APMI Central Hub – Ngong, enabling young single mothers to pursue education and work opportunities.
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