Digital Essay Competition

The Digital Essay Competition is an annual multilingual writing competition that celebrates young writers across Kenya and beyond.

Learners can enter in English, Kiswahili, French, German, Chinese, Arabic, Art, KSL Videos, Braille and Kenyan mother-tongue languages. Winners receive scholarship funds, computing devices, certificates and public recognition.

Learners will be invited to complete the statement by sharing experiences, an issue they are passionate about, or a story primarily focusing on challenges. Learners may choose to focus on either their challenges or positive experiences.

Essay Winners' Prizes Include

Scholarship funds, computing devices, certificates, gift hampers, and public recognition.
Prizes will be awarded in September 2026