How to Get to Joeli Academy – Directions & Transport Guide

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How to Get to Joeli Academy – Directions & Transport Guide

Welcome to Joeli Academy

Joeli Academy is located in Mavindini, Kathonzweni Sub-County, Makueni County, offering both day and boarding for learners from Pre-primary to Junior Secondary (Grade 9). The school is easily accessible from different routes across Makueni.

Here’s how you can reach us by public transport (bus/matatu) or private vehicle:


🚍 1. From Wote – Kimunini – Ngosini – Mathangani – Katithi (30 km)

If you’re coming from Wote Town, take a matatu or private vehicle heading towards Katithi through Kimunini, Ngosini, and Mathangani.

  • Joeli Academy is about 30 km from Wote.
  • The road is well-connected, and matatus operate regularly on this route.
  • Alight at Katithi Market — the school is just a short distance from there.

🛣️ Best Option: For first-time visitors, this is the most direct route from the Makueni headquarters.


🚌 2. From Wote – Kyemole – Musiini – Mavindini – Katithi (25 km)

Travelers from Wote can also use the Kyemole–Musiini–Mavindini–Katithi route, which is approximately 25 km.

  • Board a matatu heading to Mavindini.
  • Once in Mavindini, you can take a boda boda (motorbike) directly to Joeli Academy.
  • The road is mostly murram but in good condition for private cars and school drop-offs.

🛵 Tip: This route offers a scenic countryside drive and is ideal for those coming from the southern side of Wote.


🚗 3. From Kathonzweni – Makutano – Mavindini – Katithi (18 km)

If you’re near Kathonzweni, this is the shortest and most convenient route.

  • Use the Makutano–Mavindini–Katithi road.
  • The total distance is about 18 km.
  • The school is a few minutes from Mavindini Market, easily reachable by car or matatu.

🚙 Private Option: Ideal for school visits, drop-offs, and weekend pickups from the boarding section.


🚐 4. From Kanyangi to Katithi via Thwake Dam (15 km)

Coming from Kanyangi or the Thwake Dam area?

  • Take the Kanyangi–Thwake Dam–Katithi route.
  • The road is roughly 15 km and offers the fastest connection from the lower side of Makueni.
  • From Katithi, follow the signposts to Joeli Academy, located just a few minutes away.

💡 Travel Tip: This route is popular among families visiting from Kitui and nearby counties.


📍 Joeli Academy Contact & Map Info

  • Location: Mavindini, Katithi Area, Kathonzweni Sub-County, Makueni County
  • Phone: +254 717 534 164 | 0732 693 626 | 0718 772 680 | 0726 490 187
  • Email: joeliacademy@gmail.com
  • Facebook: Joeli Academy

🧭 Landmark: Near Mavindini Market, a few minutes from Katithi Shopping Centre.


Travel Summary

DirectionDistanceKey StopsTransport
Wote – Kimunini – Ngosini – Mathangani – Katithi30 kmKatithi MarketMatatu / Private Car
Wote – Kyemole – Musiini – Mavindini – Katithi25 kmMavindini MarketMatatu / Boda Boda
Kathonzweni – Makutano – Mavindini – Katithi18 kmMavindiniPrivate Car / Matatu
Kanyangi – Thwake Dam – Katithi15 kmKatithiPrivate Car / Motorbike

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