As part of our efforts to expand opportunities for young people, Kenya Red Cross Society (KRCS) has partnered with IAVE to provide FREE digital skilling opportunities for youth across Kenya. The training offers courses across Project Management, Digital & Technology Skills, Data & Analytics, AI & Emerging Technology, Professional & Workplace Skills, and Design & Innovation. These courses are intended to equip young people with practical skills that can strengthen their employability and prepare them for opportunities in the evolving workplace. We kindly request your support in mobilizing and sharing this opportunity with young people and volunteers within your counties, leveraging our existing youth and volunteer structures, branches, university chapters, youth groups, community networks and other relevant platforms. We are also working towards creating pathways for trained youth to access employment and other opportunities following the training, making this an important opportunity for young people to not only gain skills but also improve their prospects for economic opportunities. We would appreciate your support to: • Share the opportunity widely through your county youth and volunteer networks. • Encourage eligible young people to register. • Engage County Youth Boards, branch youth structures and other relevant networks to support mobilization. Where possible, prioritize reaching young people who may have limited access to digital skills development opportunities. Registration Link: https://onerc.redcross.or.ke/rra-training-registration

This year's theme is 'Moving and Belonging' For the second edition of the Ateker International Film Festival, we invite filmmakers, industry professionals, cinema enthusiasts, storytellers, and audiences in the community to explore this year's theme, "Moving and Belonging," a theme that reflects the journeys, identities, and connections that shape individuals and marginalized communities across the Ateker region, Africa, and beyond. In a world marked by migration, displacement, climate change, conflicts, and cultural transitions, the idea of home is no longer fixed to a single place. Instead, it is continually reimagined through memory, resilience, relationships, and the spaces where people find acceptance and a sense of community. From September 2nd to 6th, the festival will transform Kakuma Town and the Kakuma Refugee Camp into a vibrant space for artists, filmmakers and creatives to connect, exchange ideas, and deepen their understanding of cinema and the power of art and storytelling in a changing world. . . . Ateker International Film Festival is a flagship project of Ateker Creatives Lab, which is supported by Sanara Kenya.

🎓 Are You a Woman Looking to Build a Career in Tech? Apply for the FREE LeadHER Foundation Women in Tech Programme 2026! ✓ Location: ✓ Virtual (Online) ✓ About the Programme: LeadHER Foundation Institute is accepting applications for its Women in Tech Programme 2026, a free virtual training programme designed to equip women with practical, career-ready digital and leadership skills for today's technology-driven job market. ✓ Programme: ✓ LeadHER Foundation Women in Tech Programme 2026 ✓ Mode: ✓ Virtual ✓ Duration: ✓ 4 Months ✓ Start Date: ✓ 2nd August, 2026 ✓ Cost: ✓ Free ✓ Who Can Apply: ✓ Female undergraduates. ✓ Female graduates. ✓ Women seeking employment. ✓ Working professionals. ✓ Career switchers. ✓ Aspiring data analysts. ✓ Women interested in building digital skills. ✓ Entrepreneurs. ✓ Beginners with little or no prior experience. ✓ Training Areas: ✓ Microsoft Excel. ✓ Power BI. ✓ SQL. ✓ Data Analysis. ✓ Data Visualisation. ✓ Portfolio Website Creation. ✓ Leadership Development. ✓ Professional Development. ✓ What You'll Gain: ✓ Practical digital and data analysis skills. ✓ Hands-on projects and real-world experience. ✓ Professional portfolio website. ✓ Career-ready and transferable skills. ✓ Leadership and personal development training. ✓ Learning materials and guided support. ✓ Access to a professional learning community. ✓ Certificates upon successful completion of eligible courses. ✓ Programme Benefits: ✓ Improved employability. ✓ Industry-relevant technical skills. ✓ Portfolio development support. ✓ Mentorship and professional guidance. ✓ Confidence to pursue careers in tech, freelancing, or entrepreneurship. ✓ How to Apply: ✓ https://leadherfoundation.org/women-in-tech/ Follow Kendrix Kristian for More Updates

🌍 Could Your Organization Receive African Union Funding? Apply for the AU Peace Fund 2028 Programmatic Windows! ✓ Location: ✓ Africa ✓ About the Grant: The African Union (AU) Peace Fund has opened applications for the Funding Cycle 2028 Programmatic Windows. The initiative provides financial support for projects that promote peacebuilding, conflict prevention, institutional strengthening, and peace support operations across Africa. ✓ Funding Organization: ✓ African Union (AU) Peace Fund ✓ Who Can Apply: ✓ African Union Member States. ✓ Regional Economic Communities (RECs). ✓ Regional Mechanisms (RMs). ✓ Political Affairs, Peace and Security (PAPS) Department of the African Union Commission. ✓ Funding Windows: ✓ Mediation and Preventive Diplomacy. ✓ Institutional Capacity. ✓ Peace Support Operations. ✓ Programme Objectives: ✓ Support African-led peacebuilding initiatives. ✓ Strengthen institutional capacity for peace and security. ✓ Promote conflict prevention and peaceful dispute resolution. ✓ Support peacekeeping, stabilization, and post-conflict recovery efforts. ✓ Selection Process: ✓ Preliminary review of submitted applications. ✓ Shortlisting of eligible applicants. ✓ Submission of detailed project proposals. ✓ Technical evaluation and ranking. ✓ Final selection and notification. ✓ Application Deadline: ✓ 31st August, 2026. ✓ How to Apply: ✓ Review the application guidelines and eligibility requirements. ✓ Submit your application to the Peace Fund Secretariat via email. Email: pfs@africanunion.org ✓ Email Subject: Application for Funding under the AU Peace Fund Programmatic Windows – Funding Cycle 2028

Calling passionate mentors from every county in Kenya! 🇰🇪 Do you have experience in TVET, technical education, or vocational training and a desire to guide the next generation of skilled professionals? Storymoja is looking for committed mentors to join a 2-month mentorship programme running from September to October 2026. This is an opportunity to share your expertise, support learners in the field, and contribute to building a stronger, more skilled future for our communities. We welcome applications from qualified professionals across all counties in Kenya who are available for the full contract period and ready to mentor with purpose. ✨ Women are strongly encouraged to apply. Your voice, experience, and leadership are needed. 📧 Send your application to:marcella@storymojaafrica.co.ke. Or damaris@storymojaafrica.co.ke 🗓️ Application deadline: 8 August 2026 Know someone who would make a great mentor? Tag them in the comments or share this post with your professional network. #Storymoja #Mentorship #TVET #VocationalTraining #TechnicalEducation

Funding Opportunity for Community Organizations Are you a grassroots organization working to protect the environment while improving community livelihoods? The GEF Small Grants Programme (SGP) supports community-led projects that promote sustainable development and environmental conservation. Priority Areas: ✅ Biodiversity Conservation ✅ Climate Action ✅ Sustainable Agriculture ✅ Land Restoration ✅ Ecosystem Protection ✅ Community Resilience Suitable for: • Community-Based Organizations (CBOs) • Local NGOs • Indigenous organizations • Women's groups • Youth organizations • Community cooperatives Funding: Typically up to US$50,000 (varies by country and funding window) Applications: Country-specific calls announced throughout the year. Learn more: https://www.thegef.org/what-we-do/topics/gef-small-grants-program Follow Africa Opportunity Network for verified grants, scholarships, fellowships, jobs, and funding opportunities across Africa. #AfricaOpportunityNetwork #GEF #SmallGrants #FundingOpportunity #ClimateAction #CommunityDevelopment #NGOs #CBOs #Sustainability #Africa

Grant Opportunity for Nonprofits & Social Enterprises Need a custom web application to increase your organization's impact? The Gadfly Project Web Application Grant provides in-kind software development support valued at up to US$100,000 to eligible nonprofit and mission-driven organizations worldwide, including those in Africa. What you can receive: ✅ Custom web application development ✅ Database & management systems ✅ Beneficiary or client portals ✅ Volunteer & donor management platforms ✅ Workflow automation solutions Eligible applicants: • Nonprofits • NGOs • Charities • Foundations • Mission-driven organizations Application Deadline: 24 July 2026 Please note: This is not a cash grant. Selected organizations receive professional software development services. Apply here: https://www.thegadflyproject.org/application.php Follow Africa Opportunity Network for verified grants, scholarships, jobs, fellowships, and funding opportunities across Africa. #AfricaOpportunityNetwork #GrantOpportunity #NGOs #Nonprofits #SocialEnterprise #DigitalTransformation #TechnologyForGood #FundingOpportunity #Africa

Grant Opportunity for Nonprofits & Social Enterprises Need a custom web application to increase your organization's impact? The Gadfly Project Web Application Grant provides in-kind software development support valued at up to US$100,000 to eligible nonprofit and mission-driven organizations worldwide, including those in Africa. What you can receive: ✅ Custom web application development ✅ Database & management systems ✅ Beneficiary or client portals ✅ Volunteer & donor management platforms ✅ Workflow automation solutions Eligible applicants: • Nonprofits • NGOs • Charities • Foundations • Mission-driven organizations Application Deadline: 24 July 2026 Please note: This is not a cash grant. Selected organizations receive professional software development services. Apply here: https://www.thegadflyproject.org/application.php Follow Africa Opportunity Network for verified grants, scholarships, jobs, fellowships, and funding opportunities across Africa. #AfricaOpportunityNetwork #GrantOpportunity #NGOs #Nonprofits #SocialEnterprise #DigitalTransformation #TechnologyForGood #FundingOpportunity #Africa

Fully Funded WIC Global Youth Leadership Program 2026 in China No Application Fee | | Open to All 🔗 Link: https://scholarshipscorner.website/wic-global-youth-leadership-program/ Benefits: Airfare Support, Accommodation & Meals (Upon Application), Official WIC Global Youth Leader Certificate, Opportunity to Speak at the WIC Youth Forum, Leadership Training, Global Networking, Internship & Career Opportunities. Deadline: 24 July 2026 Credit: World Internet Conference (WIC) Disclaimer: Scholarships Corner shares opportunities for informational purposes only. Applicants are advised to verify all details, eligibility requirements, funding provisions, and deadlines through the official website before applying. #ScholarshipsCorner #China #Leadership #YouthLeadership #DigitalLeadership #InternetGovernance #WIC #GlobalOpportunities #studyinchina

What if your next skill could help you tell stories, earn an income, and reshape how the world sees Kakuma? Applications are now open for the 𝗔𝗻𝗶𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗩𝗼𝗶𝗰𝗲𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗞𝗮𝗸𝘂𝗺𝗮 program an 8-week 2D Character Animation Training designed for refugee and host community youth. Whether you're a SANARA graduate or already have foundational animation skills, this programme will help you take your creativity to the next level. What you'll gain: • Industry-led mentorship. • Hybrid learning (online + in-person). • Access to SIR Digital Hubs and professional animation equipment. • Monthly transport stipend (KES 5,000). • Support to build a professional animation portfolio. We strongly encourage women and persons with disabilities to apply. 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗱𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲: 21 July 2026. 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝘆 𝘃𝗶𝗮 𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗸: https://ee.kobotoolbox.org/x/2Eye7jlx

GOOGLE IS LOOKING FOR AFRICA'S NEXT AI STARTUPS! Are you building an AI-powered solution that could solve real challenges in Africa? Applications are now open for the Google Africa Applied AI Lab, a new programme supporting African founders and researchers developing innovative AI products. Selected teams will receive technical mentorship from Google experts, early access to Google's latest AI models, and the opportunity to connect with investors and potential funding partners. Application Deadline: 31 August 2026 Apply here: https://labs.google/aifuturesfund/africaailab If you're building the future with AI, this is an opportunity worth exploring. #AfricaOpportunityNetwork #Google #ArtificialIntelligence #AI #Startups #Innovation #Africa #TechEntrepreneurs

🇰🇪 KENYAN RENEWABLE ENERGY PROFESSIONALS: APPLICATIONS ARE NOW OPEN! Are you working in the renewable energy sector and looking to strengthen your skills in developing large-scale green energy projects? The Applying Green Energy Project Development (AGEPD) Programme is now accepting applications. Delivered by RENAC and supported by the German Government through the International Climate Initiative (IKI), this training will equip participants with practical knowledge in planning, assessing, financing, and implementing renewable energy projects. Who Should Apply? ✅ Renewable energy professionals ✅ Engineers ✅ Project developers ✅ Energy consultants ✅ Professionals working in the green energy sector 🎓 Training Period: September – November 2026 Application Deadline: 13 July 2026 Apply here: https://form.jotform.com/RENAC/RENAC-GB-AGEPD-App If you're passionate about advancing Kenya's clean energy transition, this is an opportunity worth exploring. #AfricaOpportunityNetwork #Kenya #RenewableEnergy #GreenEnergy #ClimateAction #ProfessionalDevelopment #TrainingOpportunity #Sustainability