KeNHA Training Opportunities for Form 4 Leavers 2026
The KeNHA Training Opportunities for Form 4 Leavers 2026 offer unemployed young Kenyans a valuable chance to gain practical technical skills that can improve their employability and future career prospects. The programme is open to eligible applicants with a KCSE certificate and is supported through funding from the World Bank under the Horn of Africa Gateway Development Project (HoAGDP).
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Why This Opportunity Matters
Many young Kenyans struggle to secure employment due to limited technical skills and work experience. Through this initiative, the Kenya National Highways Authority (KeNHA) aims to bridge that gap by providing marketable vocational training to unemployed youth.
The programme is designed to equip participants with practical artisan-level skills that are in demand across different industries. Upon completion, graduates will be better prepared for employment or self-employment opportunities.
The initiative is funded through the World Bank-supported Horn of Africa Gateway Development Project (HoAGDP) and specifically targets:
- Unemployed youth
- Project Affected Persons (PAPs)
- Persons living with disabilities
The programme focuses on applicants from:
- Isiolo County
- Meru County
- Garissa County
- Wajir County
About the Company or Employer
The Kenya National Highways Authority (KeNHA) is a state corporation under the Ministry of Roads and Transport. Its primary responsibility is the development, management, rehabilitation, and maintenance of Kenya's national highways.
As part of its social and economic development initiatives, KeNHA regularly partners with development agencies to create opportunities that improve livelihoods in communities affected by infrastructure projects.
The current training programme forms part of the government's efforts to empower youth through technical education and vocational skills development.
Job List
Although this is a training programme rather than direct employment, successful applicants will be admitted to artisan-level technical courses in accredited institutions.
Available Training Courses
Applicants can apply for training in the following areas:
- Masonry Level 4
- Electrical Installation and Electronics
- Electrical Installation Level 4
- Plumbing Level 4
- Automotive Engineering
- Beauty Therapy and Hairdressing/Barber
- Hairdressing Level 4
- Fashion and Design
- Food and Beverages
- Food and Beverages Level 4
- Food Production Level 4
- Welding and Fabrication
- Welding Level 4
- Mobile Repair
- Computer and Mobile Repair Technician Level 4
- Carpentry
- Carpentry and Joinery Level 4
- ICT Technician Level 4
- Plant Construction Mechanics
Training Institutions
Successful applicants will be placed in one of the following institutions:
- Nkabune Technical Training Institute (Meru)
- The North Eastern National Polytechnic (Garissa)
- Bishop Locati Training Institute (Isiolo)
- Sensei Institute of Technology
- Meru National Polytechnic
Eligibility Requirements
Applicants must:
- Be between 18 and 35 years old
- Hold a KCSE certificate (any grade)
- Demonstrate that they meet the minimum admission requirements for technical training
KeNHA also noted that priority will be given to:
- Persons living with disabilities
- Orphans
- Individuals from single-parent families
- Young single parents
How to Apply
Interested applicants should first collect the official application form from any of the following locations:
- Local Chief's Office
- KeNHA Regional Offices in Isiolo or Garissa
- County Commissioners' Offices in Isiolo, Meru, Wajir, or Garissa
After completing the application form, submit the hard copy to one of these designated centres:
- KeNHA Regional Offices in Isiolo or Garissa
- County Commissioners' Offices in Isiolo, Meru, Garissa, or Wajir
- Your respective Area Chief's Office
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HoAGDP Resident Engineers' Site Offices in:
- Ndumuru
- Garbatulla
- Wajir Town (iMall)
Applicants should ensure they provide all the required information demonstrating that they meet the programme's eligibility requirements.
Application Deadline: Thursday, July 23.
Late applications may not be considered.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
To improve your chances of being selected, avoid these common mistakes:
- Submitting an incomplete application form.
- Failing to provide proof that you meet the minimum eligibility requirements.
- Waiting until the last day to submit your application.
- Providing inaccurate or inconsistent personal information.
- Forgetting to attach the required supporting documents where requested.
- Submitting your application to a location not listed by KeNHA.
- Ignoring the age requirement of 18 to 35 years.
- Assuming any KCSE grade disqualifies you—the programme accepts applicants with a KCSE certificate regardless of grade.
Taking time to review your application before submission can help prevent unnecessary mistakes.
Salary, Benefits & Career Growth
While KeNHA has not provided salary information because this is a training programme rather than employment, participants stand to gain valuable technical knowledge that can improve their future career prospects.
Benefits of the programme include:
- Practical artisan-level technical training.
- Improved employability across multiple industries.
- Skills that support self-employment and entrepreneurship.
- Training at recognised technical institutions.
- Greater opportunities for long-term career development.
Graduates may pursue careers in construction, electrical installation, plumbing, automotive engineering, ICT, welding, carpentry, fashion design, beauty therapy, food production, mobile repair, and other skilled trades depending on the course completed.
For eligible Form Four leavers seeking practical technical skills and better employment opportunities, the KeNHA Training Opportunities for Form 4 Leavers 2026 provide an excellent pathway to build a successful career through vocational education. Applicants are encouraged to collect their application forms early and submit them before the Thursday, July 23 deadline.
