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ALERT: 2026/2027 Kenyan HEF Government Scholarship Window Is Active

Every KCSE graduate must register through the official HEF portal. Review verified 2026/2027 opportunities below — completely free.

Regions covered: Nairobi • Mombasa • Kisumu • Nakuru • Uasin Gishu • Kiambu • Machakos • Kakamega • Meru • Nyeri

✅ 2026/2027 Verified Kenya Scholarships

🏛 Higher Education Financing (HEF) National Portal 2026/2027

The Government of Kenya's HEF framework requires all incoming university and TVET undergraduates to register for funding. Uses the Means Testing Instrument (MTI) to distribute scholarships, HELB loans and bursaries — up to 95% sponsorship for the extremely needy.

• Valid KCSE Index Number • National ID/Maisha Card • Parent ID/Death Certificate copies
⏳ Closing Date: 06 September 2026
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🌍 IUCEA East Africa Mobility Scholarship Scheme

Regional mobility fellowship for Kenyan undergrads and postgrads to study engineering, agriculture and regional development at any accredited EAC university. Covers tuition, return economy air travel, health insurance, and accommodation stipend.

• Passport/EAC ID • Certified Academic Certificates • EAC University Admission Letter
⏳ Closing Date: 20 August 2026
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🎓 Kenyatta University Partial Financial Aid

Internal partial scholarships and institutional waivers for orphaned, vulnerable and continuing undergraduates facing financial distress. Applied directly to the student's fee ledger to clear registration backlogs.

• Active KU Admission Number • Death Certificates or Chief's Letter • Fee Statement history
⏳ Closing Date: 31 July 2026
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