Category: I-UMEME

Strathmore University's @iLabAfrica marks a landmark graduation in Kenya's push for world-class electrical safety standards, featuring insights from global industry leaders and inspiring student voices. Nairobi, Kenya — @iLabAfrica - Strathmore University proudly celebrated the graduation of the I-UMEME Electrical Safety Certification Class of 2026, marking a significant milestone in Kenya's commitment to building a safer, more professional electrical workforce. The ceremony brought together graduates, industry leaders, trainers, and entrepreneurs both in-person and virtually united by a shared conviction: that electrical safety is not optional, it is essential. The I-UMEME program, offered in partnership with WISEe (Women in Sustainable Energy and entrepreneurship), equips participants with H0-B1V and B2V certifications demonstrating proficiency in electrical safety protocols, risk management, and best practices across residential, industrial, and national grid settings. Strathmore University has…

The first B2V level student to undergo training:  Mulinge Vincent Muthama carries out training activities under Dr. Dillmann’s guidance such as testing the absence of voltage on an AVR electrical cabinet.  Following the success of the I-UMEME Electrical Safety Program, funded by ADESFA, which trained 265 students in the H0-B1V electrical safety level, the initiative has expanded to introduce a more advanced training level. Nineteen graduates from the H0-B1V course progressed to the newly launched B2V electrical safety program, with plans to train additional cohorts in the future. The B2V program officially commenced on February 19, 2025, adopting a hands-on training approach that allowed participants to interact directly with electrical components and safety gear. The practical sessions were held at iLabAfrica, led by visiting instructor Prof. Nicolas Lardenois from UPHF,…