The Mandela Rhodes Foundation invites young African changemakers to apply to its scholarship which combines financial support with a leadership programme.
Summary of The Mandela Rhodes Scholarship
- Host Country: South Africa
- Eligibility: African countries
- Category: Postgraduate Scholarship
- Benefits: Tuition fee | Accommodation | Monthly allowance | Medical Insurance
- Deadline: April 21st, 2025
- Scholarship Alerts: To receive Scholarship Alerts on WhatsApp, Click HERE
See also: 2025 Pan African University Scholarships
Background
The Mandela Rhodes Foundation empowers promising young African leaders to contribute to Africa’s transformation, honoring Nelson Mandela’s legacy. Through a prestigious postgraduate scholarship and leadership training, the foundation provides a unique opportunity for personal and professional development, enabling individuals to dedicate their skills to serving the continent.
Benefits
- Tuition and registration fees
- Allowances for study materials, research,
- Medical insurance
- Accommodation
- Personal allowance
- Economy class travel to and from your home country to chosen South African university
Eligibility Requirements for The Mandela Rhodes Scholarship
- Must be proficient in English language
- A citizen of any African country
- Between the ages of 19 and 29 as at when applying
- Has attained an undergraduate degree with excellent academic results (above 70% or upper-second class Honours)
- Aspires to be an ethical leader and committed to using their talents to advance equality, freedom and human dignity in Africa
Application Documents required
- Certificates of completion for degrees
- Academic transcripts
- Two short essays, one on your personal journey, and one on a specific question relating to Mandela Rhodes core principles.
- Three letters of recommendation
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