MINDS scholarship Program for Leadership Development is accepting applications from Africans. The scholarship is for post-graduate within africa. Mandela Institute for Development Studies (MINDS) offers scholarships to promote africans. The program started in Africa back in 2017. It encourages and trains young leaders who care about their continent and its progress. Also, encourage coordination with other countries through the young leaders.
The Scholarship Programme lets African students study in a different African country than their own. They can learn from the country and its people. They can also get new ideas and make friends with other leaders who share their vision. This will help Africa grow faster, do better and help its people more. The program aims at making the African economy strong and working for its future through leadership programs.
There is no deadline for the scholarship. Once you are accepted in the preferred institution, you can apply for MINDS Scholarship for Leadership Programs for Africa.
Benefits of the Minds Leadership scholarships
The scholarship is for one or two-year Honors or Master’s degree at one of the MINDS preferred institutions and covers:
- Tuition Fees
- Accommodation and Meals
- Ensure a comfortable living and study environment.
- One return ticket for the duration of your studies.
- Stipend to support your daily expenses.
Besides financial facilities, you will get a chance to learn more about African countries. Also, develop leadership skills, and network for future benefits. The program will allow you to explore your own abilities, skills, and motivation to work for Africa. Along with other fellows, you can create a better future for many Africans out there. We encourage African students to apply for the program for a better future.
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Minds Preferred Institutes
The following institutes are accepted for the scholarship Program
EAST AFRICA
- African Leadership University, Rwanda
- Carnegie Mellon University in Rwanda, Rwanda
- Makerere University, Uganda
- Strathmore University, Kenya
NORTH AFRICA
- Al Akhawayn University, Morocco
- Université Cadi Ayyad, Morocco
- Université Mohammed V, Morocco
WEST AFRICA
- Kwame Nkrumah University of Science & Technology, Ghana
- Pan-Atlantic University (Lagos Business School), Nigeria
- University of Development Studies, Ghana
SOUTHERN AFRICA
- African Leadership University, Mauritius
- University of Cape Town, South Africa
- University of Mauritius, Mauritius
- University of Witwatersrand, South Africa
Eligibility Criteria Minds scholarship for Leadership Program
To be considered for a MINDS Scholarship, the applicant must fulfill the following criteria below,
- Must be citizen of an African country and resides in any African country
- Formally accepted by one or more MINDS preferred institution mentioned in the list above/s outside of your country of citizenship and/ or residency
- Accepted by one or more MINDS preferred institution mentioned in the above list/s to pursue postgraduate studies within the following year
- At least 70% in each subject/ course in the last two completed years of study
- Evidence of demonstrated leadership abilities or potential guided by the questions/ requirements set out in the application form
Documents requirement for Minds for Leadership Development
Applicants must upload all documents in Pdf format. The document (each) should not exceed 2MB in size.
- A copy of your Passport showing the bio page
- A certified academic transcript/ results slip of the last two years of study.
- A copy of the official acceptance letter from the university.
The letter must:
- Be addressed to the applicant.
- State the degree which the applicant has been accepted to study.
- State the academic year at which the degree will commence.
- State the duration of the course (e.g. one year).
- A copy of a valid study permit or visa OR proof of application. (Optional)
- A detailed CV/ Resume of not more than four (4) single sided pages.
- Two reference letters (of not more than 3 pages each) addressing the applicant’s demonstration of integrity, their competency and/or potential as a leader and their commitment to the development of the African continent.
Deadline for Minds scholarship
The program has not specified any deadline for the Minds scholarship program for leadership development. However, you must check the deadlines for admission in the preferred universities.
How to Apply for a Minds Scholarship for Development Studies ?
The scholarship application is online. To submit your application you must create an account through the link below. Register yourself, and create your account. Fill the information, upload the required documents and apply.
Once you receive an acceptance letter from your preferred university of Minds, you can submit a scholarship application.The program facilitates as it receives the application. Though, you can check with the Universities admission deadlines.
To Apply for Minds scholarship for Development studies, click the link below,
We have tried our best to provide maximum information about the Minds scholarship for Development studies program for Africans, however, to get more information and guidance, do check out the official page for the program. You can also learn about the previous fellows and their experiences with the MINDS scholarship Program.
Click the official Link Below for more information,
Scholarship: Covers tuition, accommodation, travel, stipend.
Eligibility:African nationals for postgraduate studies in another African country.
Preferred Institutions: Various universities across Africa in East, South, North, and West regions.
Academic Excellence: Minimum 70% in each subject/course in the last two years.
Application Requirements: Online form, passport, academic transcript, acceptance letter, CV/Resume, reference letters.
Deadline: Unspecified
