The German government has announced 1,200 scholarship opportunities for Kenyan youth seeking certificate and diploma training in food and agriculture-related courses.
The programme, funded by Germany through KfW in partnership with Kenya’s Ministry of Education and Equity Group Foundation, will benefit eligible students enrolled in 51 selected Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) institutions across the country.
In a statement issued on Tuesday, November 10, the German Embassy in Nairobi invited qualified Kenyans to apply for the scholarships, which cover Level 5 Certificate and Level 6 Diploma programmes.
Who Qualifies for the 1,200 German Scholarships?
According to the German Embassy, applicants must meet specific age and admission requirements to be considered for the funding.
The scholarship targets Kenyan youth aged between 18 and 35 years pursuing eligible courses in food and agriculture-related disciplines.
Applicants must also secure admission to one of the 51 participating TVET institutions before submitting their scholarship applications.
The embassy explained that the programme would give special consideration to vulnerable and marginalised groups, persons with disabilities and women.
“Admission into a participating TVET institution is mandatory before scholarship consideration. Special consideration will be given to vulnerable and marginalised groups, persons with disabilities and women,” the embassy stated.
Courses Covered Under the German Scholarship Programme
The funding targets selected courses in food and agriculture-related disciplines offered at the participating institutions.
Successful applicants will pursue either Level 5 Certificate or Level 6 Diploma programmes, depending on their admission and chosen course.
The programme is expected to expand access to technical training for young Kenyans seeking skills in the food and agricultural sectors.
How to Apply for the German Scholarships
Interested candidates can download the scholarship application form from the Ministry of Education website or access it through the German Embassy’s social media platforms.
Applicants must complete the form and submit it at the designated submission points indicated in the application document.
Alternatively, candidates can apply online through the application link provided on the Ministry of Education website.
Applicants should ensure they have secured admission to an eligible TVET institution before submitting their scholarship applications.
German Scholarship Application Deadline
The German Embassy has set Wednesday, November 18, 2026, at 4:30 pm as the application deadline.
Eligible candidates have been urged to submit their applications before the deadline to avoid missing the opportunity.
Application deadline: November 18, 2026, at 4:30 pm.
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