KCB Foundation offers university students laptops, and job opportunities under its scholars program.
KCB Foundation offers university students laptops, and job opportunities under its scholars program
The KCB Foundation has handed over laptop computers to 240 university students from the 2022 KCSE cohort under its KCB Scholars program. This initiative aims to support their higher education studies, enhance their digital literacy skills, and empower them to thrive in the modern job market. The KCB Foundation Director Mendi Njonjo stated that the education program intentionally seeks out vulnerable and marginalized learners at risk of dropping out of school completely.
The students were introduced to the Ajira digital program and Google opportunities available from a freelancing perspective through a panel discussion themed Digital Futures: Contributing to the Digital Innovations for SDG 4. They were also trained on leveraging digital innovations for their education, to enhance learning outcomes, and bridge the gap between traditional and modern teaching methodologies.
The KCB Foundation offers a comprehensive scholarship package that covers fee payment, school uniforms, personal effects, transport, shopping, pocket money, learning materials, and assistive devices for students with disabilities. This year, the KCB Foundation piloted a student athletic program in alignment with the Competency-Based Curriculum, with its 2023 cohort including 50 student-athletes who received a scholarship and athletics coaching at identified centers of excellence.
The KCB Foundation Education Scholarship program has benefited 5,675 students since its inception in 2007. Since its inception in 2007, the program has benefited 5,675 students, with 3,715 currently in Form 1- Form 4.
KCB Foundation offers university students laptops, and job opportunities under its scholars program