The Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) has been conducting pedagogy with trainers from the Kenya Institute of Highways and Building Technology (KIHBT). This partnership focuses on capacity development in technical areas such as Performance-Based Contracting, with the most recent training in Bridge Maintenance Management.
The Government of Japan and Kenya are working together on the development of a Bridge Management System (BMS) aimed at enhancing the maintenance and management of bridges in Kenya’s road network. This collaboration has led to the creation of Bridge Inspection Manuals, Bridge Repair Manual, and Training Manuals. Currently, work is underway with the support of JICA on developing a Cost Estimation Manual and Technical Specifications for Bridge Repair Works.
The Director, KIHBT, Eng. Maurice Nabende, during the training.
KIHBT, through the EASTRIP project, has enabled two trainers to participate in the creation of these manuals and specifications. Additionally, they are conducting a Training of Trainers course for 20 engineers as part of the Training of Teachers and Managers component. This collaboration is expected to allow KIHBT to provide training to road sector professionals such as Engineers, Road Inspectors, and Contractors.
Participants after the training.
By Beatrice Njenga, Communication Officer for EASTRIP at Kenya Institute of Highways and Building Technology.