{"id":256912,"date":"2025-08-08T17:46:42","date_gmt":"2025-08-08T17:46:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/internshub.co.ke\/?p=256912"},"modified":"2025-08-08T17:46:44","modified_gmt":"2025-08-08T17:46:44","slug":"kcb-foundation-2jiajiri-scholarships-open-august-2025","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/internshub.co.ke\/2025\/08\/08\/kcb-foundation-2jiajiri-scholarships-open-august-2025\/","title":{"rendered":"KCB Foundation 2Jiajiri Scholarships Open – August 2025"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
In response to the rising demand for skilled labour and sustainable self-employment pathways for young people in Kenya, the KCB Foundation continues its commitment to empowering youth through the 2Jiajiri Programme. This initiative seeks to close the skills gap by providing access to vocational education and entrepreneurial development opportunities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
For the August 2025 intake, the KCB Foundation has announced the opening of applications for fully funded scholarships targeting youth aged between 18 and 34 years. The scholarships will support training at the Grade 3 level in accredited vocational training institutions located in Nairobi and its surrounding areas, Nakuru, Trans-Nzoia, and Nyandarua counties. The programme offers a wide range of practical courses tailored to key growth sectors in Kenya’s economy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
With the application window closing on 14th August 2025 at 6:00 PM EAT, and interviews scheduled for 19th to 22nd August 2025, this is a timely opportunity for eligible youth to equip themselves with critical skills for employment or self-employment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The 2Jiajiri Programme is a flagship initiative of the KCB Foundation, designed to empower youth with skills and knowledge to enable them to establish or grow microenterprises in the informal sector. The programme has been structured to address youth unemployment through a dual approach: equipping participants with vocational skills and enhancing their entrepreneurial capacities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The Foundation\u2019s goal is to create a new cadre of skilled artisans capable of contributing to Kenya\u2019s economic development while also addressing poverty and joblessness. Beneficiaries are not only trained in technical skills but are also introduced to essential business and financial management practices.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The KCB Foundation 2Jiajiri Scholarship offers full tuition support for Grade 3 vocational training in selected institutions within four counties: Nairobi, Nakuru, Trans-Nzoia, and Nyandarua. The scholarship will cater for tuition costs only. Successful applicants will be responsible for their accommodation throughout the training duration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Training Duration and Structure<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
The selected trainees will undergo structured training that includes:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The programme is designed to ensure that upon graduation, each trainee possesses employable skills and foundational knowledge in business creation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The August 2025 intake features a broad selection of practical courses across diverse industries. These include but are not limited to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Beauty and Personal Care<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Fashion and Garment Making<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Hospitality and Food Services<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Construction and Mechanical Trades<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Agriculture and Allied Sectors<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Digital and Business Skills<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Health and Social Services<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
These courses are tailored to meet market demands and equip learners with in-demand skills suitable for immediate job placement or business initiation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
To qualify for the scholarship, applicants must meet the following criteria:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Applicants are required to complete an official application form available via the designated application link. It is essential that each section of the form is filled out accurately and completely. Only
complete applications<\/strong> will be considered for review.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Interview Dates:<\/strong> 19th to 22nd August 2025<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Shortlisted applicants will be invited for interviews at the designated training institutions. During the interview, candidates must present the following documents:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Admission into the programme is competitive and strictly merit-based. Selection will focus on the applicant\u2019s commitment to learning, motivation to engage in self-employment or job placement after training, and ability to complete the programme as required.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Eligible and interested candidates are encouraged to act promptly and submit their applications before the deadline. The skills acquired under this programme could mark the beginning of a successful career or entrepreneurial journey.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Instructions for Applicants:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Eligible Courses for August 2025 Intake<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Application Process<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Interview Requirements and Selection Process<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Key Dates at a Glance<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Nakuru County<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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