Kenya: How to Apply for the 1,200 German-Funded TVET Agriculture Scholarships

Kenyan youth pursuing food and agriculture courses in select technical institutions have until November 18 to apply for 1,200 fully funded scholarships.

The initiative is funded by the German government through KfW, in partnership with Kenya’s Ministry of Education and the Equity Group Foundation.

To qualify, applicants must be between 18 and 35 years old. They must also secure admission to one of the 51 participating Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) institutions before submitting their application.

The program covers Level 5 Certificate and Level 6 Diploma courses, with a focus on building practical skills in agricultural and food security sectors.

Special consideration will be given to women, persons with disabilities, and applicants from vulnerable or marginalized groups.

Prospective students can access the application forms on the Ministry of Education website or through the German Embassy’s social media channels. Completed physical forms should be delivered to designated submission points listed on the document.

Alternatively, applicants can submit their details through an online application portal linked on the Ministry website. All applications must be submitted by 4:30 pm on Wednesday, November 18, 2026.