Vitongoji Vocational Training Authority (VVTC)
Vitongoji Vocational Training Center is a government-run institution under the Vocational Training Authority, which operates under the Ministry of Education and Vocational Training. The institute was officially opened on September 29, 2009, initially offering six programs. Today, the institute has expanded to offer a total of ten programs. It is located in the Southern Region of Pemba, within the Chake-Chake District, in the village of Vitongoji, Kibokoni Shehiya, along the Ole-Kengeja Road, 8 kilometers from Chake-Chake town.
The Center is tasked with preparing young people by providing them with vocational training to equip them with the skills necessary to enter the job market. Vitongoji Vocational Training Institute offers both short-term and long-term training programs.
The Center also provides boarding services for both male and female students.
MRS. BIUBWA MOHAMMED MSELLEM
Head Of Center Vitongoji
Biubwa Mohammed Msellem is an Academic Manager at Vitongoji Vocational Training Center under the Vocational Training and Authority Zanzibar. He holds a Bachelor of Science with Education from the University of Education and a Diploma in Education from Nkrumah Teachers’ Training College. He also has a Full Technical Certificate from Karume Technical College and a School Certificate from Kengeja Technical Secondary School.
With extensive teaching experience, Biubwa has taught Physics and Basic Mathematics at secondary schools, served as a school counselor, and mentored the STEM Club. He has also been a National Examiner for national exams. His IT skills include proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and email. Biubwa has attended professional development seminars on “Effective Learning” and “STEM for Success,” focusing on teaching science and STEM subjects.
Programs Offered
Our dedicated Staff have extensive experience and are enthusiastic about the courses they teach.
Long Course
- Tailoring and Garment Design (Ushoni)
- Information and Communication Technology (Teknolojia ya Habari na Mawasiliano)
- Welding and Fabrication (Uhunzi)
- Plumbing and Pipefitting (Ufundi Bomba)
- Masonry and Bricklaying (Ujenzi)
- Electrical Installation (Umeme)
- Refrigeration and Air Conditioning (Mafriji na Viyoyozi)
- Painting and Decoration (Uchoraji na Mapambo)
- Motor Vehicle Mechanics (Ufundi Magari)
- Hotel Maintenance Technician (Ufundi wa Vifaa na Miundombinu ya Mahoteli)
Short Course
- Tailoring and Garment Design (Ushoni) – Duration: 3 to 6 months
- Seaweed Farming and Processing (Kilimo cha Mwani) – Duration: 3 to 6 months
- Electrical Installation (Umeme wa Majumbani) – Duration: 3 to 6 months
- Plumbing and Pipe Fitting (Ufundi Bomba) – Duration: 3 to 6 months
- Welding and Fabrication (Uhunzi) – Duration: 3 to 6 months