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Fully funded postgraduate study + leadership development + enterprise support
The Mandela Rhodes Scholarship + Enterprise Programme supports young leaders from across Africa who are seeking postgraduate study. It offers fully funded postgraduate study, a Leadership Development Programme, and access to a pan-African network through the Mandela Rhodes Foundation community. The programme focuses on leadership development and personal growth for applicants who want to use their talents in service of Africa.
Postgraduate scholarship
A prestigious postgraduate scholarship offered by the Mandela Rhodes Foundation.
Leadership Development Programme
A life-changing opportunity for personal growth through a Leadership Development Programme.
Pan-African network
Scholars meet and engage with bright minds from across the African continent and become part of the Mandela Rhodes Foundation community.
Leadership development
The programme supports young African leaders who aspire to use their talents to serve Africa.
Personal growth
The opportunity emphasizes transformative impact, character, intellect, integrity, honesty, and humility.
Africa's most prestigious leadership scholarship. Fully-funded postgrad at South African universities + enterprise development programme. 150+ scholars per cohort.
Mentorship, visibility, investor introductions, media exposure
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Apply through the Mandela Rhodes Foundation website’s Apply section. In your application, emphasize your leadership potential, commitment to serving Africa, and alignment with the programme’s stated values: character, intellect, integrity, honesty, and humility.
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