Secondary education in Kenya can be a heavy financial burden, but fully funded scholarships like Wings to Fly and the Ministry of Education’s Elimu Scholarship Programme give bright, vulnerable students a chance to complete high school without paying tuition fees.

Both programs are facilitated through the Equity Group Foundation (EGF) and the Jomo Kenyatta Foundation (JKF), covering full school fees, learning materials, uniforms, transport, and personal mentorship.

Package & Support Details:

  • What It Covers: 100% tuition fees, boarding fees (where applicable), textbooks, school uniforms, transport to and from school, and monthly pocket money.

  • Extra Benefits: Annual leadership congresses, career guidance, and ongoing mentorship by university alumni and professional mentors.

  • Eligibility Requirements:

    • Academic Performance: Demonstrated strong academic results (Meeting to Exceeding Expectations in junior secondary / national assessments).

    • Vulnerability Criteria: Open to total/partial orphans, children from extreme poverty or urban informal settlements, and children whose parents have severe chronic illnesses or disabilities.

    • Affirmative Action: Special consideration and lower cut-off thresholds are provided for learners with special needs or disabilities.

Required Documents:

  • Official Result Slip or performance assessment records.

  • Copy of student’s Birth Certificate.

  • Copies of Parents’ or Guardians’ National ID cards (or Death Certificates if deceased).

  • Recommendation letter/stamped endorsement from the primary or junior secondary Head Teacher.

  • Supporting evidence of vulnerability (e.g., medical records, disability certificates, or chief’s letter).

Step-by-Step Application Process:

  1. Access the Portal: Visit the Equity Group Foundation portal (egfdmis.equitybank.co.ke) or the Jomo Kenyatta Foundation site (www.jkf.co.ke) during open application cycles.

  2. Create an Account: Register using an active email address and phone number, then select the specific program (Wings to Fly or Elimu Scholarship).

  3. Fill in Profile Details: Accurately provide family background, parent/guardian income details, housing conditions, and school details.

  4. Upload Documents: Attach clear, scanned copies of your result slip, birth certificate, ID documents, and recommendation forms.

  5. Offline Alternative: Physical application forms can also be collected from and submitted to any Equity Bank branch, Equity Agent, or local Sub-County Education Office.

  6. Interviews: Shortlisted applicants and their guardians will be invited to attend physical verification interviews conducted by local Community Selection Advisory Committees.

Tips for Success:

  • Honesty in Background Details: Community selection boards conduct physical home visits to verify living conditions; accurate information prevents disqualification.

  • Get Strong Recommendations: A clear endorsement from local administrative chiefs, religious leaders, or head teachers significantly strengthens the applicant’s case.

  • Prepare for the Interview: Shortlisted students should practice expressing their career goals, leadership interests, and community engagement clearly.