Kenya Utalii College

19/07/2026

"The kitchen is no longer a closed space; chefs are engaged in impactful research that shapes our society."

Our Food Production Lecturer, Chef Charles Orido, proudly represented the College at the 12th International Conference on Hospitality & Tourism Management (ICOHT 2026) in Bangkok, Thailand.

Chef Orido's research presentation, "Gen Zs' Influence on Kenyan Culinary Heritage as Evidenced in Street Food Culture," earned the Best Sessional Presenter on Culture award.

The conference and session chairs commended the study for its meaningful and practical contribution to addressing real-world issues, noting that the trends highlighted in the research closely mirror experiences in Sri Lanka.

The conference brought together leading researchers, academics and industry professionals from across the globe to exchange ideas and explore innovative approaches shaping the future of hospitality and tourism.

We congratulate Chef Orido on this remarkable achievement, which reflects KUC's commitment to research, innovation and advancing hospitality and tourism education on the global stage.



State Department for Tourism - Kenya
Ministry of Tourism and Wildlife - Kenya

14/07/2026

We proudly celebrated our recognition by the World Association of Chefs Societies (Worldchefs), a landmark achievement that affirms our commitment to excellence in culinary education and hospitality training.

The celebration was graced by H.E. Amb. Dr. Vivian Nain Kuma as the Chief Guest, hosted by our Principal/CEO Mr. Mark Ogendi and attended by the Secretary to the Cabinet, Ms. Mercy Wanjau, alongside industry leaders, partners, stakeholders, staff, students and alumni.

This recognition is a testament to the dedication of our trainers, the passion of our students, the unwavering support of our partners and the vision that has guided Kenya Utalii College for the past 50 years.

As we celebrate this remarkable milestone, we remain steadfast in our mission of nurturing globally competitive hospitality professionals who will continue to elevate Kenya's reputation on the world stage.



Ministry of Tourism and Wildlife - Kenya

12/07/2026

Our very own lecturers Ms. Diana Njoki, Ms. Emily Mutisya, Mr. Harrison Chomba, alongside one of our student, proudly represented the College at the ACTEXPO Barista Championship that took place at the Kigali Convention Centre.

We are delighted to celebrate Ms. Diana Njoki, who emerged 1st in the opening round of the competition, a remarkable achievement that reflects the world-class training, skill and excellence that Kenya Utalii College continues to nurture.

Congratulations, Team👏☕



State Department for Tourism - Kenya
Ministry of Tourism and Wildlife - Kenya

11/07/2026

Kenya Utalii College proudly joined the 10th Annual Kaptagat Forest Ecosystem Tree Growing Event in Elgeyo Marakwet County, reaffirming our commitment to environmental conservation and sustainability.

Together with government agencies, partners and local communities, we contributed to Kenya's tree-growing agenda, supporting forest restoration and building a more climate-resilient future.



Ministry of Tourism and Wildlife - Kenya

10/07/2026

A massive congratulations to our incredible Fourth Cohort who officially marked the completion of their refresher courses today.

​The closing ceremony, held at the Kenya Utalii College Main Campus, celebrated the hard work and dedication of professionals wrapping up specialized training in Mass Food Preparation and Preservation and Bakery Techniques.

​We were honored to have Ms. Carol Ndiku representing the Director of Academic Affairs and Chef Elolia, Head of Department, Food Production in attendance to witness this milestone and cheer on our talented graduates as they head back to elevate the industry.

​Here’s to sharp skills, fresh techniques and the future of hospitality!

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09/07/2026

Something truly remarkable is taking shape in Vipingo....

Today, Tourism Fund officials, the Kenya Utalii College Council, Management and staff conducted a familiarization tour of the Ronald Ngala Utalii College in Vipingo, Kilifi County, as part of preparations towards its official opening upon completion.

Designed to be a centre of excellence, the state-of-the-art campus boasts of modern training kitchens, an administration block, student hostels, a learning resource centre, an auditorium, amphitheatre, sports complex, swimming pool, student centre, staff quarters, advanced water treatment systems, power infrastructure and other ultra modern training facilities that will provide an ideal learning environment.

Once operational, the campus is set to significantly expand training opportunities, strengthen hospitality and tourism capacity development, empower local communities through skills development and support Kenya's growing tourism sector by producing highly skilled professionals for the industry.



State Department for Tourism - Kenya
Ministry of Tourism and Wildlife - Kenya

07/07/2026

They're back and campus feels complete again....

We wish our students a semester of renewed ambitions, endless possibilities, fresh opportunities, meaningful connections and another chapter of excellence.



State Department for Tourism - Kenya
Ministry of Tourism and Wildlife - Kenya

06/07/2026

06/07/2026

The road to AFCON 2027 continues and KUC is proud to be part of the journey......

As preparations for the continental showpiece gather momentum, Sports Kenya Director-General Timothy Kilimo today visited Kenya Utalii College (KUC) where together with the Principal/CEO, Mr. Mark Ogendi, they conducted a site inspection of the Utalii Sports Complex, one of the proposed training venues for participating teams.

The visit forms part of ongoing efforts to assess the readiness of training facilities ahead of the continental showpiece, which will be co-hosted by Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania.

Beyond infrastructure, the inspection underscores a shared commitment to nurturing sporting talent while continually upgrading facilities that meet international standards for player safety, performance, accessibility and fan experience.



State Department for Tourism - Kenya
Ministry of Tourism and Wildlife - Kenya

04/07/2026

Led by the Principal/CEO, Mr. Mark Ogendi, we were honoured to join the Embassy of the Republic of Rwanda in Kenya, in commemorating the 32nd Liberation Day of Rwanda (Kwibohora32).

As part of the celebrations, KUC proudly crafted the commemorative cake, showcasing the creativity, precision and industry-standard skills that define our culinary training.

The occasion reflects the growing collaboration between the College and the Rwandan Embassy and our shared commitment to strengthening regional partnerships through hospitality, culture and excellence.



State Department for Tourism - Kenya
Ministry of Tourism and Wildlife - Kenya