On 27th of August 2025, the AG-Career Hub in collaboration with Mount Kenya University (MKU) hosted the second German Career Fair, showcasing structured academic and professional pathways for Kenyan youth to Germany.
Held in the morning hours, the event attracted students, faculty, stakeholders in education and migration, German companies, recruiters, representatives from the DAAD, and Kenyan professionals working in Germany, with a focus on sharing practical insights on studying, training, and working in Germany.
In the afternoon, the event transitioned into a high-level diplomatic and institutional engagement, featuring the German government delegation led by Dr. Joachim Stamp, Germany’s Special Commissioner for Migration Agreements, alongside officials from Kenya’s Ministry of Labour and Social Protection.
Morning Session: Career Fair and Diaspora Mentorship
The morning session, co-organized by Prof. Henry Kerosi (MKU) and Caroline Mwangi (AG-Career Hub), featured panels by Kenyan professionals based in Germany across healthcare, law, ICT, education, engineering, finance, and energy sectors. The fair was designed to empower Kenyan youth with accurate, first-hand knowledge about life, work, and study in Germany.
“Germany values both academic credentials and practical skills,” said Caroline Mwangi, co-founder of AG-Career Hub. “We urge students to assess their strengths, define their career direction, and prepare accordingly — especially through language and skills training.”
Among the key speakers:
- •Susanna Kis – Senior recruiter: Employability, CV standards
•Prof. Lebrenz – the nursing research project
•Anja Bengelstroff – Funding Programmes for Study/Exchange Programmes in Germany)
•Lawrence & Charity – Finance and insurance careers
•Dr. Wamai – Engineering and DAAD funding insights
•Angella – Legal and data privacy opportunities
•Rachael – Teaching in Germany
•Harriet – Afrika Kommt! leadership programme
•Maureen (ENBW) – Energy sector career opportunities
Former nursing students based in Germany from earlier SGAO cohorts also joined virtually to share their experiences, emphasizing the importance of adaptability, continuous learning, and German language proficiency.
Afternoon Session: Delegation Visit and Student Commissioning
In the afternoon, the German delegation joined the event and engaged with university leadership, program coordinators, and students.
Dr. Joachim Stamp commended MKU and AG-Career Hub for their pioneering role in structured migration. He noted that the initiative aligns well with the Kenya–Germany Comprehensive Migration and Mobility Agreement, signed in September 2024, which seeks to expand labour mobility in sectors such as healthcare, ICT, and engineering.
“Mount Kenya University is a model for how academic institutions can proactively engage in international cooperation for skills development,” Dr. Stamp said.
The highlight of the afternoon session was the official commissioning of 29 nursing students under the Structured German-African Opportunity (SGAO) Nursing Project, who will depart at the end of September 2025 to begin their vocational training in Germany.
“This moment symbolizes what is possible when governments, academia, and diaspora professionals work together with shared purpose,” said Prof. Deogratius Jaganyi, MKU Vice-Chancellor. “We are not only sending trained professionals abroad — we are nurturing ambassadors for Kenya.”
“As a university, we believe in empowering global citizens who contribute meaningfully both at home and abroad,” Prof. Jaganyi added.
Caroline Mwangi, the German-Kenyan coordinator of the SGAO project, also addressed the students during the commissioning.
“You are going to Germany not just as students, but as professionals in the making. Make the most of this opportunity with focus, discipline, and openness to learn,” said Prof. Lebrenz.
“Today is a celebration of effort, resilience, and collaboration. We are proud of every student who has walked this path and those now beginning their journey,” said Caroline Mwangi.
SGAO Nursing Project: A Structured Pathway to Germany
Launched in 2022 by AG-Career Hub in partnership with Hochschule Koblenz, the SGAO Nursing Project was designed to establish a clear, ethical, and well-supported migration route for Kenyan nurses. Since then, four cohorts have been placed or are in training:
• April 2024 – First cohort began training in Germany
• September 2024 – Second cohort departed
• April 2025 – Third cohort commenced
• September 2025 – Fourth cohort (29 students) departing
The project precedes and complements the Kenya–Germany Labour Agreement and serves as a blueprint for future migration models across other technical fields.