Mandela Rhodes Foundation (MRF) 2020 Postgraduate Scholarships for young Africans-South Africa

The central purpose of The Mandela Rhodes Foundation is to build exceptional leadership capacity in Africa. The Mandela Rhodes Scholarship is a combination of financial support for postgraduate studies and a high quality Leadership Development Programme

• About Mandela Rhodes Foundation (MRF)
• MRF Masters Scholarship
• Aim and Benefits of MRF Masters Scholarship
• Requirements for MRF Masters Scholarship Qualification
• Application Deadline
• How to Apply

About Mandela Rhodes Foundation (MRF)

The Mandela Rhodes Foundation is one of Nelson Mandela’s three official legacy organisations, founded in 2003 in partnership with the Rhodes Trust. We find, fund, and empower young Africans who aspire towards the kind of leadership Mr Mandela embodied: leaders who can bridge historic divides and who use their talents for the betterment of their societies and our continent. We do this by providing a postgraduate scholarship for young leaders to study in South Africa, an experience which is accompanied by a residential Leadership Development Programme. We believe that leadership begins with... read more

MRF Masters Scholarship

• Type Postgraduate
• OrganisationMandela Rhodes Foundation (MRF)
• Country to study South Africa
• School to study -
• Course to study Not specified
• State of Origin
• Gender Men and Women
• Application Deadline April 16, 2020

Aim and Benefits of MRF Masters Scholarship

1. Tuition and registration fees as set by your university or institution
2. A study materials allowance as set by the MRF
3. Accommodation and meal allowances as set by the MRF
4. A medical aid allowance as set by the MRF
5. A personal allowance as set by the MRF
6. Research and conferencing grants can be made available on request
7. Economy-class flights for international scholars from their home countries to their institutions at the start and end of their studies

Requirements for MRF Masters Scholarship Qualification

1. Applicants must be between the ages of 19 and 29 as at the time of application.
2. Applicants must be in possession of a first degree with above average academic result (70% and above)
3. The position is open to all african students

MRF look for young Africans who have demonstrated the potential to embody their founding principles of reconciliation, education, entrepreneurship, and leadership. You must have already assumed leadership and made an impact on your campus or community.

Application Deadline

How to Apply

You must apply online. You can log onto theri applications platform to access your application and upload your documents and essays. The three people who write your recommendation letter must also log onto the platform to upload their letters directly. You must give them plenty of time to write their letters, sign onto the platform, and upload them.Your application cannot be submitted without the letters and will not be considered.

For more details,visit MRF website

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