Kenyan Government Presidential Digital Talent Programme 2026 Cohort XI

Digitalent is a strategic intervention by the ICT Authority on behalf of The Ministry of Information, Communications and The Digital Economy (MICDE) to develop and sustain high end ICT talent by bridging the gap between industry requirements and the capabilities of the local workforce.

Specialization Tracks

• Networks & Digital Infrastructure
• Software Development & AI
• Information Security
• Data Analytics
• Multimedia (Graphic Design & Digital Marketing)

• Table of Content
• About Kenyan Government
• Kenyan Government Presidential Digital Talent Programme
• Aim and Benefits of Kenyan Government Presidential Digital Talent Programme
• Requirements for Kenyan Government Presidential Digital Talent Programme Qualification
• Application Deadline
• How to Apply

About Kenyan Government

Kenyan Government Presidential Digital Talent Programme

Aim and Benefits of Kenyan Government Presidential Digital Talent Programme

To  develop and prepare young ICT graduates to take up employment opportunities in the ICT and other sectors by gaining workplace experience, mentorship, and building professional networks.

Requirements for Kenyan Government Presidential Digital Talent Programme Qualification

Degree Honors

• Graduated and attained First Class or Second Class Honours - Upper Division (or equivalent) from a recognized institution in the last two years (from Jan 2024).

Awaiting Graduation

• If waiting graduation (till Dec 2026), provide a recommendation/reference letter from the University signed & stamped by the university indicating First or Upper Second-Class Honors to be awarded.

Core Specializations

• Recent graduates in BSc. ICT or Engineering (Electrical & Electronics, Telecommunication, Systems/Software, Security). Must demonstrate technical competencies in core areas prior to interview.

Age & Status

• MUST be a Kenyan youth (21-29 yrs) & unemployed.
• MUST NOT have previously undertaken a Government of Kenya internship program.

Deployment & Diversity Encouraged

• Ready to be deployed full-time (8:00AM – 5:00PM) in any MCDA across 47 counties.

Females, persons with disability and graduates from ASAL regions are highly encouraged to apply.

Check also:
Commonwealth Master's Scholarship to Study in UK 2027/2028
Mandela Washington Fellowship for Africans 2027 (Fully Funded to USA)

Application Deadline

How to Apply

Read carefully before applying

All applications MUST be completed and submitted online through recruitment.digitalent.go.ke.

No paper-based or email applications will be accepted.

Submit correct information. False/misleading information is liable to a fine not exceeding Kshs. 200,000 or imprisonment up to 2 years.

Attach all required documents: Copies of National ID card/Passport, KCSE certificate, Degree Certificate or Recommendation/Reference letter and Passport Size Photo.

Only successfully submitted applications within 21 days from advertise date accepted.