The Kenya National Highways Authority (KeNHA) has announced the availability of scholarships for Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) under the Mombasa – Mariakani Highway Project, specifically Lot 2: Kwa Jomvu – Mariakani Section.
This initiative is part of the larger Regional Mombasa Port Access Road Project.
In a notice published on March 1, KeNHA stated that the scholarships are funded through a combination of financial support from the German Development Bank (KfW), the European Investment Bank (EIB), and the European Union – Africa Infrastructure Trust Fund (EU-AITF) towards the Mombasa – Mariakani (A109) Highway Lot 2 project.
The funds will help support TVET programs for unemployed youth residing in the communities along the road project’s route.
The initiative aims to enhance the skills of young people, enabling them to secure employment in the future.
It also seeks to improve the country’s technical workforce by fostering self-development among youth and building their economic capabilities.
Eligible applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Basic Requirements:
- Aged between 18 and 35 years old.
- Hold at least a KCPE certificate, with no formal training at the diploma level or higher.
- Be able to read and write.
- Reside in the Sub-Counties of Jomvu, Kinango, Kaloleni, or Rabai, which are located along the Kwa Jomvu – Mariakani road project.
- Priority will be given to:
- Orphans and children from single-parent families.
- Young single mothers who meet the qualifications.
- Persons with disabilities.
- Applicants from low-income backgrounds or informal settlements within the project area.
The scholarship will cover:
- Tuition and examination fees.
- Course material requirements.
- A monthly subsistence allowance for each beneficiary.
Courses available under the scholarship include:
- Electrical Installation
- Plumbing
- Masonry
- Carpentry
- Motor Vehicle Mechanics
- Welding and Fabrication
- Hairdressing and Beauty Therapy
- Refrigeration and Air Conditioning
- Dressmaking and Tailoring
Interested individuals can download application forms from the KeNHA website (www.kenha.co.ke) or obtain hard copies at KeNHA’s Coast Regional Office, located on the 2nd floor of the Public Works Building on Shimanzi Road.
Forms are also available at the Sub-County offices in Jomvu, Kinango, Kaloleni, and Rabai.
Completed applications must be submitted to any of the listed locations by Friday, March 28, 2025, before 5:00 pm. Late submissions will not be accepted.
Applications should be verified by the Area Chief or Assistant County Commissioner to confirm the applicant’s residence within the designated Sub-Counties.
The selection process will involve the National Government and County Education Officers in the relevant counties.
A list of successful applicants will be shared after the vetting process, and selected individuals will be enrolled in the May 2025 intake.
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