Mafundi Wa Kenya Association (MWAKA) is a member organization that advocates for the improvement of livelihoods of artisans and craftsmen in Kenya.
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Mafundi Wa Kenya Association: “Shaping the future, one craftsman at a time”
Pioneering Innovation, Shaping the Future.
Registered in 2007 under the Societies Act, Cap 108 of the Laws of Kenya, MWAKA was established as the pioneer association of building, civil construction and mechanical and electrical engineering sector-related skills trade artisans and craftsmen, more popularly referred to as “fundis”.
Mafundi Wa Kenya Association (MWAKA) is a non-profit making organization sustained by individual membership subscriptions, its programs and through corporate sponsorships and partnerships.
Together, we are building more than structures; we are building a legacy of excellence in the construction industry. Welcome to MWAKA.
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Our Mission & Vision.
Our mission: to place Kenyan artisans and craftsmen on the world map by promoting the development of competency-based skills and ensuring the delivery of quality workmanship.
Our vision: to lead Kenyan artisans and craftsmen towards a sustainable legacy, where they are associated not only with quality and competence but also with setting the industry’s standard for excellence.
Our Core Pillars.
Member Advocacy
MWAKA advocates for policies and regulations that have a positive bearing on the livelihoods of our members, and artisans and craftsmen in general in the construction and engineering skill trades.
Occupational Safety and Health
MWAKA prioritizes the well-being and safety of our members in their work environments, ensuring they receive training on OSHS and working with partners to ensure compliance.
Training & Career Development
MWAKA equips artisans and craftsmen with the skills and knowledge needed to thrive in their respective fields and secure gainful employment opportunities locally and internationally.
Industry Linkages
MWAKA builds strategic relationships and collaborations with other organizations and players in the industry to extract mutual benefit for both our members and the organizations we partner with.
Our Programs.
Brand Ambassadors Program
Innovators, manufacturers and suppliers of building and construction materials, products & technology can partner with us to penetrate and/or expand their market in Kenya by offering specialized product knowledge training to our members through our Brand Ambassadors Program.
Employment & Mobility Program
Working with various stakeholders both locally and internationally, this program targets both job-creation and improved employability for the Association’s members anchored on the principles of skill, competence, quality workmanship and productivity.
Education & Skills Development Programs
This platform engages the Association and its members with industry stakeholders and the wider business community through various education, and skills training forums. The themes are diverse but relevant to the Association’s core pillars to maintain engagement.
Executive Board
George Okari
National Chairman
Emmanuel Ichulit
Vice Chairman
Faith Sigei
Secretary
Simeon Osoro
Assistant Secretary
Peter Okoth
Treasurer
Michael Muchiri
Organizing Secretary
George Ondu
Member Representative
Recent Events
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Sept’ 2024
KNAUF/MWAKA Drywall Installation Excellence Seminar Training
Registration Deadline: Monday, September ‘9th’ 2024 | Location: WANGARI MAATHAI HALL AUGUST 7 MEMORIAL PARK, HAILE SELASSIE AVENUE – NAIROBI CBD
Are you a Mafundi Wa Kenya Association registered member? MWAKA is looking for 50 Carpenters to Gain Specialized Skills in Drywall Installation. Join us for a free, one-day training session proudly sponsored by KNAUF and gain in-demand, invaluable knowledge and expertise in drywall installation from an industry leader with exceptional products in the market! This event is free of charge for REGISTERED MEMBERS only.
Mafundi Wa Kenya Association:Member-centric Focus, Partnerships and Collaborations
We’re creating opportunities for “fundis” and raising the standard of quality workmanship.
MWAKA builds the capacity of artisans and craftsmen – the bottom-of-the-pyramid players in the construction and engineering sector – not only emphasizing their role, responsibility, and liability in the industry, but also ensuring that they can deliver quality output by improving their training and awareness of emerging issues that affect the work they do. We remain focussed on instilling an appreciation for the value of competency, with upskilling as the pivotal factor to enable artisans and craftsmen to navigate dynamic technological advancements driven by industry demand.
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Mafundi Wa Kenya Association: A community dedicated to excellence
Our Membership.
MWAKA membership encompasses a diverse collective of artisans, craftsmen, students, supervisors, foremen and corporate and honorary members within the construction and engineering trades.
Together, we espouse a common vision and commitment to excellence. MWAKA offers its members the chance to connect, collaborate, gain knowledge, and actively contribute to the advancement of artisans and craftsmen in Kenya and beyond.
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Shared vision and commitment to excellence
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Partnerships and Sponsorships.
