The Ministry of Lands is working closely with the Ministry of Education to ensure the Kenya Institute of Surveying and Mapping (KISM) is ranked among institutions eligible for government education funding.
Lands and Housing Cabinet Secretary Alice Wahome made the announcement during KISM’s 14th graduation ceremony held on Friday in Ruaraka, Nairobi.
A total of 525 graduands received certificates during the ceremony, marking yet another milestone for the institution that plays a key role in developing Kenya’s surveying and mapping professionals.
CS Wahome said that integrating KISM into the education fund bracket will not only benefit learners but also help steer the institution toward international standards.
She further revealed that, as part of the government’s affordable housing agenda, the Ministry has allocated funds to construct 1,080 student hostels across the country, a step aimed at addressing the persistent shortage of student accommodation.
At the same time, the CS noted that the Ministry is working with the Ministry of Education to fill vacant lecturer positions at KISM in line with the institution’s staffing requirements.
Encouraging the graduands, Wahome urged them not to underestimate their achievements, reminding them that their skills are vital to the success of national development goals, including Kenya’s Vision 2030.
Meanwhile, some of the graduands called on the government to crack down on quacks within the surveying sector and ensure that only qualified professionals occupy key positions.
