Kiambu National Polytechnic has unveiled an international training and placement programme in collaboration with BSZ Erding, a vocational training centre in Germany, and the German Hotel & Restaurant Association – Bavaria Chapter (DEHOGA Bayern).
In a notice on Tuesday, October 7, the institution said the initiative seeks to provide qualified Kenyan trainees with the opportunity to pursue a hospitality apprenticeship in Germany.
According to the institution, the programme targets young Kenyans aged between 18 and 24 who possess a background in hospitality or relevant work experience.
Applicants are required to have a minimum German language proficiency of Level A1 or its equivalent, alongside a qualification in Food & Beverage, or Catering & Accommodation at Artisan or Level 4 and above.
Those without formal training but with at least two years of professional experience in the hospitality sector are also eligible to apply.
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The training will be conducted in two phases, beginning with a six-month blended learning programme at Kiambu National Polytechnic between January and July 2026.
During this period, participants will undertake both German language instruction and a comprehensive hospitality curriculum.
Upon successful completion, graduates will be placed in leading hotels across Germany for a paid apprenticeship.
The placement is designed to provide hands-on industry experience and prepare participants for potential entry into the German job market.
Interested candidates are required to submit their applications, including a CV, academic certificates, transcripts, and proof of German language proficiency, via email to [email protected] by October 24, 2025.
According to the institution, only shortlisted applicants will be invited for interviews.
This comes days after the French government has announced new scholarship opportunities under the France Excellence Eiffel program, a scheme developed by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs to attract outstanding foreign students to pursue advanced studies in France.
The initiative is aimed at supporting international candidates seeking Master’s and Doctoral degrees at French institutions.
The France Excellence Eiffel scholarship focuses on two major disciplinary fields, covering seven distinct areas of study.
For Science and Technology, students can apply in Biology and Health, Ecological Transition, Mathematics and Digital, and Engineering Sciences.
For Humanities and Social Sciences, the fields include History, French Language and Civilization, Law and Political Science, as well as Economics and Management.
The program is open to candidates enrolling in different levels of higher education.
At the Master’s level, applicants can pursue courses leading to a master’s degree or an engineering program, while at the Doctorate level, scholarships are granted for joint doctoral programs in partnership with institutions abroad.
French universities and higher education institutions are responsible for selecting and submitting candidates to the program, ensuring that the scholarships are directed toward top-performing international students.
The duration of the scholarship varies depending on the level of study.
Master’s candidates enrolling in the second year (M2) may receive support for up to 12 months, while those starting in the first year (M1) may be supported for a maximum of 24 months.
Students completing an engineering degree can benefit for up to 36 months.
At the doctoral level, the scholarships are awarded for a period ranging from 12 to 36 months, with the start date fixed on September 1 of the year the scholarship is granted.
Master’s recipients will receive a monthly allowance of €1,200 (Ksh181,788) starting January 2026, while doctoral candidates will benefit from a higher stipend of €2,100 (Ksh318,129).
The first step for candidates is to contact Campus France in their country of origin or the French Embassy’s Cooperation and Cultural Action Department to receive guidance on study plans.
Students are encouraged to research and select French universities that best fit their academic goals.
Applications must then be formally accepted and supported by a French higher education institution, which will be responsible for submitting them through the official Campus France online platform.
Applications sent directly by students or foreign institutions will not be considered eligible.
Notably, this comes two weeks after the Russian government announced a new opportunity for Kenyan students, offering 70 fully funded spots at Russian universities under a tuition-free scholarship program.
