The MINDS Scholarship Programme for Leadership Development enables African students to study in an African country other than their home country and, in this way, immerse themselves in the richness and diversity that the country and its communities have to offer.
In this post, we’ll go into further detail about the scholarship opportunities available to eligible and interested candidates.
The specific deadline for the MINDS Scholarship Program is not provided, but applications are processed in the order they are received.
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The MINDS Scholarship Programme for Leadership Development aims to nurture young African leaders with a pan-African outlook by supporting postgraduate studies in another African country. It offers a unique opportunity for students to immerse themselves in diverse cultures and develop leadership qualities that promote cooperation and unity across the continent.
Applicants can pursue any field of study, with a preference for actuarial sciences, business sciences, and accounting. However, the program does not prescribe any specific course of study.
Eligible applicants must:
Applicants are selected based on their academic performance, leadership potential, and Pan-African outlook. A rigorous selection process ensures that only meritorious candidates are awarded the scholarship.
Applicants must be nationals of an African country and will study in a different African country.
The scholarship must be used for studies at one of MINDS’ preferred institutions across East, Southern, North, or West Africa, including countries such as Rwanda, Uganda, South Africa, Morocco, Ghana, and Nigeria.
The exact number of scholarships is not specified, but two scholarships are available for South African citizens wishing to study elsewhere in Africa.
Depending on whether a partial or full scholarship is awarded, the benefits may include:
The scholarship covers full-time studies for one or two years, depending on the program (Honors or Master’s degree).
Applicants must submit their applications online after receiving formal acceptance from one of the MINDS preferred universities. Required documents include a passport copy, academic transcripts, acceptance letter, CV, reference letters, and optional study permit/visa proof.
Visit the Award Webpage for Details:
MINDS Scholarship Programme Webpage
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