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April 19, 2026
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Alarm Raised Over Outdated University Courses Ahead of KUCCPS Placement

Alarm Raised Over Outdated University Courses Ahead of KUCCPS Placement

The placement agency has invited students to apply for courses in various universities, with students urged to apply for courses that are in demand in the job market...

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Nyeri town MP Duncan Maina has urged education stakeholders to urgently review university and TVET courses, warning that many programs are no longer aligned with the demands of the current job market, particularly in light of advancing technology like artificial intelligence.

  • Approximately 50,000 students graduate annually from Kenyan universities, with less than 40% securing employment, highlighting a significant graduate unemployment issue.
  • The call was made by MP Duncan Maina, representing Nyeri Town.
  • Universities in the Mount Kenya region were specifically called out for offering standalone courses, while institutions like Maseno University and Tom Mboya University were praised for integrating IT across their programs, making their graduates more competitive.

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