Program

What makes KF scholarships so unique is our in depth, comprehensive approach to educating our boys & girls. We empower them to contribute to their world and to compete successfully in life by providing mentoring, leadership, community service, and work internship programs.

Overview

The KF scholarship covers more than just tuition fees. KF is committed to providing each student with all resources necessary to succeed. Therefore, the scholarship also covers:

Books
School Supplies
Boarding fees (most KF students are boarding students)
International and National examination test fees
Uniform
Extra academic lessons
Mentoring
Community Service
Work experience (job internships)
Counseling and guidance for college/university preparation and applications

Furthermore, KF is dedicated to supporting and guiding our students throughout and after their secondary education. To this end, we have developed a program for KF students to gain work experiences through internships at corporations and organizations during school holidays, designed to introduce our students to the work environment and focus career interests.

KF has on-going relationships with colleges, universities and advanced scholarship programs, both within Zambia and abroad, with the intended purpose of guiding and assisting our students in obtaining a superior education and leadership skills even after secondary school.

“When I look at my life 7 years ago and then now, I thank God and KF for the wonderful things that I have managed to achieve as a young leader. I don’t think I would be where I am now without the deliberate effort and constant guidance of KF. Constant effort of pushing me to the best of my abilities, aim higher and be the change in my community.”

Nathan Musweu, KF Class of 2015
Nathan is studying Computer Science at the African Leadership University, Rwanda under the Nelson Mandela Centennial Scholarship.

Partner Schools

KF works in partnership with two of the best secondary schools in Lusaka: Pestalozzi Education Centre and Chalo Trust School. KF does not own or operate these schools. These partner schools were chosen for their academic excellence, well-rounded curricula, and commitment to the success of their students.

Chalo Trust School

“Our mission is to create an environment of order, truth, care and concern where students of diverse economic, cultural and spiritual backgrounds live together and prepare for tertiary education by beginning the habit of life long learning, personal and spiritual development.”

To read the Chalo Trust School brochure, click here to view or explore the Chalo Trust School website, http://www.chalotrustschool.com/

Pestalozzi Education Centre

“The Pestalozzi approach to education aims to develop children into well balanced and responsible adults by fostering their “Head, Heart and Hands” – that is, academic knowledge, moral and social awareness, and vocational skills. In keeping with this, schools chosen for the programme have a track record not only of academic excellence, but also of demonstrating social commitment, and providing practical and vocational skills training.”

To read the Pestalozzi Education Centre brochure, please click here or explore the Pestalozzi Education Centre website, http://www.pestalozzieducationcentre.com.

KF Mentors

Each KF student is assigned a mentor. The mentor is a Zambian, or Zambian resident, that is willing to donate his/her time to the student and Kucetekela Foundation through periodic correspondence and face-to-face meetings with the student. KF identifies and selects the mentors by their ability to be positive, successful role models for KF students and their commitment to the program. The student-mentor meetings provide the KF student any needed guidance, support, and other resources. Additionally, KF helps to organize periodic meetings and events for all students and mentors in order to cultivate camaraderie and personal relationships between all mentors and students alike.

“I joined the KF mentorship programme in 2016 and have enjoyed every moment of it. I mentor a bright young girl called Lusungu whom I have had the pleasure to share my knowledge with and simultaneously learn from her as well. It’s been great to play a part in her development over the past two years and I am sure by the time she leaves the KF programme she will be a well-rounded young lady ready to conquer the world.”

Mrs. Shivani Patel
Director, Bookworld Ltd
www.bookworldzambia.com

Community Service

KF requires all students to create and implement community service projects.
KF students identify needs within their home or school communities and design projects to tackle diverse issues ranging from education and literacy to public health and environmental concerns. These projects instill a sense of responsibility in our scholars and a long-term connection to their communities.

Work Experience

During Grades 10 and 12, each KF student has an internship experience at an organization in a field of interest. This experience enables KF students to explore and expand their career interests and build professional skills.

The following is a growing list of those impressive organizations, companies and institutions that have partnered with KF to offer valuable work experience to the KF students: