I&M Foundation × Moringa School Software Engineering Scholarship 2026: Fully Funded Technology Training for Young Kenyans

Overview

The I&M Foundation and Moringa School Software Engineering Scholarship Programme 2026 offers fully funded technology training for young individuals in Kenya. Created through a partnership between the I&M Foundation and Moringa School, the initiative aims to reduce financial barriers to professional technology education and support the growth of a skilled workforce for Kenya's digital economy. The nine-month curriculum combines foundational education with practical software development training across two learning stages. The introductory phase begins on 30 November 2026 as a full-time, in-person classroom experience running Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM East African Time. Students who complete this phase move on to the Software Engineering Bootcamp, which begins on 22 February 2027 in a hybrid format combining physical and online classes.

What you get

Selected participants receive comprehensive support designed to facilitate their learning journey and participation in the digital economy. The award covers full tuition for the Software Engineering pathway in accordance with official scholarship terms. Additionally, successful scholars are provided with a laptop to support their practical lessons, programming assignments, and portfolio development, alongside internet bundles for accessing online educational materials and digital resources.

Who can apply

This opportunity targets financially disadvantaged young people in Kenya who demonstrate an interest in programming and the commitment to undertake intensive technology training. Applicants must be Kenyan citizens or legal residents holding valid identification, and aged between 18 and 35 years old. Candidates are required to have completed secondary school with evidence of their Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education certification or results, possess basic computer literacy, demonstrate fluency in written and spoken English, and have access to a smartphone. Furthermore, applicants must either live in Nairobi or be capable of arranging their own accommodation in Nairobi for the duration of the programme.

Requirements

Applicants must demonstrate financial need by providing supporting documentation such as relevant tax returns and bank statements covering a specified period. Candidates should show an interest in coding, software development, or technology, with preferred backgrounds including personal projects, independent learning, or GitHub portfolios. Selected students must maintain full-time availability from Monday to Friday, adhering to schedule requirements between 8:00 AM and 6:00 PM, and commit to a minimum attendance rate of 95% in alignment with the school policy.

Key dates

The application deadline is 6 November 2026. The introductory phase of the programme starts on 30 November 2026, and the Software Engineering Bootcamp begins on 22 February 2027.