7 open · updated today · what Kenyan applicants usually need
Every listing below links to its official source and shows when we last checked it. Local awards come first; open ones from abroad that accept applicants from Kenya follow.
Six-week leadership institute at a US university in summer 2027 for Sub-Saharan Africans aged 25-35 who are already leading in business, civic life or public service.
Full scholarship for African students taking an honours, coursework master's or health-sciences PG diploma at the University of Cape Town from 2027.
German-funded scholarships for Sub-Saharan African graduates to take selected development-related master's degrees at partner universities across Africa.
12-month paid placement in the executive office of the AfDB, UNECA or ITC for experienced African professionals under 40 with a master's degree.
Apply to ALU in Kigali for January 2027; admitted students with financial need can be considered for full Mastercard Foundation scholarships or ALU tuition grants.
Free challenge for young changemakers aged 20 and under in Nigeria, Kenya and South Africa leading civic projects; prizes up to $5,000 plus a funded summit.
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KCSE result slip (index number, mean grade), degree class or % for postgraduate, CV + statement, 2–3 references. Grade rules: check the official page.
From the Requirements Matrix, with sources. Each scholarship’s own list always wins.