Long-standing experience
More than three decades of involvement in vocational and professional education in Bukoba.
About St. Bakhita Training College
A long-standing vocational education institution committed to practical skills, values, dignity and self-reliance.
Our Identity
A vocational mission rooted in service and practical education.
Bakhita Training College, historically known as Bakhita Vocational Training Centre, is located in Bukoba, Kagera Region, Tanzania. The institution is associated with the Canossian Sisters and was established to create practical educational opportunities that prepare learners for employment, entrepreneurship and responsible service.
The college officially opened on 17 May 1993. Its early programmes focused on Secretarial Studies and Tailoring/Weaving, later incorporating computer studies and competence-based training as workplace needs evolved.
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More than three decadesGrowing through vocational education
Historical Milestones
From mission to a lasting training institution
1981
The Canossian Sisters were invited to establish a community and educational mission in Bukoba.
17 May 1993
Bakhita Vocational Training Centre officially opened.
1994
Secretarial students began participating in national NABE examinations.
1995
The college obtained provisional registration under VETA.
1996
The institution was selected as a centre for conducting national examinations.
1997
Permanent VETA registration was obtained.
2002
Tailoring students began participating in VETA Trade Tests and the institution became a NABE Candidates Registration Centre.
Competence-Based Era
Training transitioned toward CBET/CBA approaches as Tanzania's vocational education system evolved.
Vision
Formation for the future
To provide excellent education and training capable of supporting national socio-economic development in the global context, while promoting the harmonious growth of the personality of young women and giving particular attention to the formation of the heart.
Mission
Skills relevant to global trends
To impart knowledge and skills relevant to global trends and mould dynamic ladies of integrity.
Our Learning Culture
Skills, discipline, creativity and community.
The college combines classroom learning with hands-on practice and personal formation, helping learners grow in competence and confidence.
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Institutional Strengths
What defines Bakhita
Women's empowerment
A historic focus on expanding educational and economic opportunities for girls and young women.
Practical competence
Training is oriented toward demonstrable skills, employability, entrepreneurship and self-reliance.
Values and formation
Integrity, faithfulness, honesty, respect and service remain central to the college identity.