News from AIC Cheptebo RDC
Cheptebo Hosts Official Launch of FAO African Forest Landscape Restoration Initiative
The Cheptebo Centre has had the honour of hosting the official launch of the FAO (Food and Agricultural Organisation of the UN) sponsored African Forest Landscape Restoration Initiative. FAO Project Coordinator Jhony Zapata joined County leaders to officiate at the ceremony. This is a 5.5M USD, three year programme covering Elgeyo Marakwet and Baringo Counties. As part of the programme, about 2,000 farmers will receive training at Cheptebo over a three year period.
CATIC Registered & Accredited as a Vocational Training Centre by TVETA
We are delighted to announce that Cheptebo Agricultural Training and Innovation Centre (CATIC) has now been Registered and Accredited as a Vocational Training Center by the TECHNICAL AND VOCATIONAL EDUCATION AND TRAINING AUTHORITY (TVETA). Fully accredited one-year agricultural training courses are planned to begin in May 2025.
Conference Centre Awarded Bronze Certificate of Accreditation by Kenya Tourism Regulatory Authority
In June of this year Cheptebo Conference Centre was awarded a Bronze Certificate of Accreditation by Kenya Tourism Regulatory Authority. This certification recognises the quality and excellence of our conference facilities and we congratulate our management and staff for their hard work and dedication in earning this recognition.
Inauguration of the New AIC Cheptebo Board
The Inauguration of the new AIC Cheptebo Board was conducted by Bishop David Kipsoi. Pictured are the new Board members and (seated) are members of the AIC Cheptebo International Advisory Board who were present to witness the occasion.
Mango Production
Citrus Production
New Information Videos on Agricultural Production in Semi-Arid Areas
New information videos on agricultural production in the semi-arid areas are being produced by AIC Cheptebo RDC. Click the thumbnails to watch:
Mango Production
A practical guide to mango cultivation in the Kerio Valley and surrounding semi-arid regions.
Citrus (Pixie) Production
Step-by-step guidance on growing Pixie citrus for smallholder farmers across Elgeyo Marakwet County.
Vetiver Grass Article Published in the Daily Nation
An article on Vetiver Grass and its role in soil conservation and land restoration in the Kerio Valley was published in the Daily Nation newspaper.