KCB Foundation has launched 1,000 full scholarships to support academically talented but financially disadvantaged students joining Kenya Senior Schools next week.
The social investment arm of KCB Group PLC is investing KShs. 600 million in the 2026 cohort, covering secondary and university education.
The funding will support school fees, stipends, uniforms, talent development programmes, and other essential requirements throughout the learners’ education.
Of the 1,000 scholarships, 120 were specifically reserved for learners from vulnerable groups, including teen mothers, persons living with disabilities, and students affected by harmful cultural practices such as female genital mutilation.
The Foundation has also admitted 75 new student-athletes, bringing the total number of athletes supported since 2024 to 125, reflecting its focus on holistic development.
The cohort was officially flagged off in Nairobi and will report to their schools in the coming week.
“At the core of our business as KCB Group is transforming lives and nurturing talent across the country. The holistic approach for the scholars’ programme ensures that we are changing the education landscape for the better,” KCB Group Director for Marketing and Communications, Rosalind Gichuru, said.
With Kenya transitioning to the Competency-Based Education curriculum, the Foundation has aligned its scholarship model to promote creativity, critical thinking, and overall growth.
“We want to ensure that scholars are prepared for a dynamic economy,” Gichuru added.
KCB Foundation Director Mendi Njonjo highlighted the programme’s growth, saying, “We are expanding the scholarship program to reach more deserving learners across the country.”
Since including tertiary education in 2021, the Foundation has supported over 950 students. Overall, since its establishment in 2007, KCB Foundation has impacted more than 7,000 learners nationwide, underscoring its long-term commitment to inclusive education and talent development.
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