Don Bosco Announces Free Mass Training Opportunity for Select Youths – How to Apply
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Don Bosco Boys Town in Karen, in collaboration with PropelA, has opened applications for a free two-year dual apprenticeship programme for Cohort 5, aimed at young Kenyans interested in plumbing and electrical trades.
The programme is funded by the Geberit Foundation, implemented by Swisscontact, and accredited by the National Industrial Training Authority (NITA).
In a statement dated Thursday, March 26, 2026, Don Bosco Boys Town said the programme combines in-school learning with on-the-job training at leading companies, equipping participants with both technical and soft skills for career success.
“The PropelA Dual Apprenticeship Programme at Don Bosco Boys Town, Karen, prepares young professionals for real industry opportunities. Join the waiting list for the next cohort,” read part of the statement.
Don Bosco Announces Apprenticeship Opportunities for Kenyan Youth
The initiative targets youth aged 18–24 who have at least a KCSE certificate with a minimum grade of D+ and a demonstrated interest in plumbing or electrical work.
Participants must also be willing to commit to the full two-year programme and reside in Nairobi County.
According to the organisers, the programme provides:
- Hands-on training with top industry companies
- Mentorship from experienced professionals
- Access to state-of-the-art workshops and technology
- Strong employability prospects, with 80% of the first cohort of 76 apprentices now employed
- Exposure to high-level competitions – the 2024 WorldSkills Kenya winners in plumbing and electrical trades were from PropelA
“The PropelA apprenticeship is designed to prepare young professionals for real-world industry opportunities,” the organisers stated.
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How to Apply
Interested youths can join the waiting list by scanning the QR code on promotional materials or via https://forms.office.com/e/2suTYsGbtn.
When submitting the form, your details, such as name, phone number, and email, must be provided manually. The required information includes:
- Full name
- Primary phone number
- Email address
- Preferred course (Plumbing or Electrical Installation)
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About PropelA Dual Apprenticeship Programme
The PropelA Dual Apprenticeship Initiative is a flagship skills development programme that promotes an employer-led dual apprenticeship system for Kenya’s construction sector.
It addresses the rising demand and low supply of qualified technical skills, particularly in plumbing and electrical trades.
Apprentices gain relevant skills through two learning locations: on-the-job training in partner companies and theoretical learning at school.
The training model is structured so that apprentices work in private partner companies for three weeks a month under company mentors and attend the TVET school at Don Bosco Boys Town – Karen for one week a month.
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Youths undergoing apprenticeship at Don Bosco Boys Town in Karen. PHOTO/Don Bosco Boys Town