Are the Ukarimu curricula updated regularly? +
That is the aim, yes. The industry changes all the time, so we keep updating the materials to stay relevant.
For trainers
The ready-to-teach curriculum for tourism & hospitality
Free, open-source and built on active learning — everything you need to train the next generation of professionals.
What you get
Everything you need to teach
Ukarimu gives you a complete, tested toolkit — so you can focus on facilitating, not preparing from scratch.
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Free & open-source
Download every module at no cost, and adapt it to your context.
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Facilitation guides
Step-by-step guides that help you teach each module with confidence.
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Videos & the app
Offline-ready support for both you and your learners.
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Active-learning method
A proven, hands-on approach that keeps learners engaged.
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Africa-focused content
Relevant examples, cases and standards for the local industry.
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Remote support
Guidance from the Ukarimu developers as you implement.
How to start
Become an Ukarimu trainer
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Download the guide
Get the facilitation guide and materials from our downloads.
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Reach out
Let us know you would like to teach the Ukarimu curriculum.
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Join a ToT
Attend a Training of Trainers session when one is available.
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Get support
Implement with remote guidance from the Ukarimu team.
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A good listener, rather than a talker. A facilitator, rather than an instructor. An experienced tourism professional.
The ideal Ukarimu trainer
Good to know
Trainer questions, answered
How do I become an Ukarimu trainer? +
Download the facilitation guide from this website and reach out to us. From time to time we run Training of Trainers (ToT) sessions; while all materials are free to download, the ToT helps ensure you implement the curriculum successfully. Fill in the contact form to be notified of upcoming sessions.
What facilities are needed to run Ukarimu trainings? +
Each module lists what it needs. Core requirements include a suitable venue, a projector, screen and laptop, flipcharts and stationery, and any practical materials relevant to the training — for example cutlery or cleaning supplies.
What is the Ukarimu Academy app? +
A free tool that can be downloaded from the Google Play Store or accessed online. It works offline, reinforcing the training content and giving learners access even when they cannot attend a session in person.
Join the community
Ready to teach Ukarimu?
Download the curriculum and join a growing community of trainers across Africa.