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January 7, 2026
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SHOFCO awards 6,504 full scholarships to students in informal, marginalised areas

SHOFCO awards 6,504 full scholarships to students in informal, marginalised areas

SHOFCO has awarded 6,504 full scholarships to students from informal settlements and marginalised communities as schools reopen for the 2026 academic year...

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Shining Hope for Communities (SHOFCO) has awarded 6,504 full scholarships to students from informal settlements and marginalized communities across 11 Kenyan counties for the 2026 academic year. This initiative aims to provide critical educational support, covering tuition, uniforms, and learning materials, reflecting the organization's commitment to education as a pathway out of poverty.

  • A total of 3,956 new scholars and 2,548 continuing scholars will benefit from the program, which includes mentorship and psychosocial support.
  • SHOFCO Founder and CEO Dr. Kennedy Odede emphasized that these scholarships ensure bright, hardworking students are not denied education due to financial constraints.
  • The program specifically supports 1,062 teen mothers, providing childcare, counseling, and life-skills training to help them balance motherhood and education.

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