Nyota Funds Guide for Form Four Graduates
Apply • Register • Plan • Start a Business • Become Self-Reliant
Completing Form Four (KCSE) is not the end—it is the beginning. The Nyota Fund (NYOTA Project – National Youth Opportunities Towards Advancement) supports young people to start businesses through grants, training, and mentorship.
What Is the Nyota Fund?
- ✔ Government of Kenya youth empowerment program
- ✔ Non-repayable grants (up to KES 50,000)
- ✔ Business training, mentorship & savings support
- ✔ Targets youth with Form Four education and below
Who Can Apply?
- ✔ Kenyan citizen
- ✔ Aged 18–29 years (up to 35 for PWDs)
- ✔ Completed Form Four or below
- ✔ Valid National ID
- ✔ SIM card registered in your own name
How to Apply as an Individual (Step-by-Step)
Step 1: Ensure your National ID matches your SIM card.
Step 2: Dial *254# on your phone.
Step 3: Select NYOTA Project.
Step 4: Enter your personal and education details.
Step 5: Submit and wait for SMS confirmation.
How to Apply as a Group
- ✔ Form or join a registered Youth Group or SHG
- ✔ At least 70% of members must be youth
- ✔ Agree on one income-generating idea
- ✔ Apply using *254# and provide group details
- ✔ All members must have valid National IDs
How to Register a Business Name (Sole Proprietorship)
Requirements
- ✔ National ID
- ✔ Active eCitizen account
- ✔ Proposed business name
- ✔ Small registration fee (paid online)
Procedure
Step 1: Visit the eCitizen portal and log in.
Step 2: Select Business Registration Service (BRS).
Step 3: Apply for name search and registration.
Step 4: Pay the fee and submit.
Step 5: Download your certificate.
How to Register a Self Help Group (SHG)
Requirements
- ✔ Minimum of 10 members
- ✔ Group constitution
- ✔ Members’ National IDs
- ✔ Minutes approving registration
- ✔ Registration fee
Procedure
Step 1: Draft and adopt a constitution.
Step 2: Hold a meeting and record minutes.
Step 3: Visit the Sub-County Social Development Office.
Step 4: Submit documents and pay the fee.
Step 5: Receive your SHG certificate.
Nyota Simple Business Plan
Fill this online to guide your application.
⚠ IMPORTANT:
Nyota application and registration are FREE. Do not pay brokers or download unofficial apps. Official application is via *254# only.
Nyota application and registration are FREE. Do not pay brokers or download unofficial apps. Official application is via *254# only.
Your Future Starts Now
Register your business or SHG, complete your plan, apply for Nyota Funds, and begin your journey to self-reliance.
👉 Dial *254#
👉 Plan early
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