Students turn Gemology Course into vibrant income-generating activity and value-addition resource

What happened

Taita-Taveta National Polytechnic students turn gemology course into an income-generating venture under Tsavo Speckles Innovation Hub. Students use the county's precious and semi-precious minerals to produce jewellery, mosaic artworks, souvenirs and CBC educational kits.

Why it may matter

• Evidence rather than policy — useful for understanding a trend.
• Useful if you are trying to build a startup or build skills.
• Affects students in Kenya.