Deadline: April 21, 2025
Open to: Young African leaders aged 19–29 who demonstrate academic excellence, leadership potential, and a commitment to making a positive impact in Africa. Applicants must be citizens of an African country.
Benefits: The scholarship is fully funded, covering tuition fees, accommodation, a stipend for living expenses, travel costs, and participation in leadership development programs.
Description:
The Mandela Rhodes Scholarship 2025 is one of the most prestigious scholarships for young African leaders, offering a transformative opportunity to study at a recognized institution in South Africa. Named after Nelson Mandela and Cecil Rhodes, the scholarship aims to build exceptional leadership capacity in Africa by providing financial support for postgraduate studies (Honours, Master’s, or PhD) and a comprehensive leadership development program.
The program combines academic study with leadership training, mentorship, and networking opportunities. Scholars are expected to embody the principles of reconciliation, education, entrepreneurship, and leadership, and to contribute to the development of Africa. The scholarship is open to applicants from all fields of study, with a focus on those who demonstrate a commitment to addressing Africa’s challenges.
Eligibility:
- Open to citizens of any African country.
- Applicants must be between the ages of 19 and 29 at the time of application.
- Must have completed an undergraduate degree with strong academic performance (minimum 70% or equivalent).
- Demonstrated leadership potential and a commitment to making a positive impact in Africa.
- Applicants must be applying to or have already been accepted into a postgraduate program (Honours, Master’s, or PhD) at a recognized South African university.
Benefits:
- Fully funded scholarship: covers tuition fees, accommodation, and a stipend for living expenses.
- Travel costs to and from South Africa.
- Participation in a leadership development program, including workshops, mentorship, and networking opportunities.
- Access to a lifelong network of Mandela Rhodes Scholars and alumni.
- Opportunity to study at a leading South African university.
How to apply?
- Visit the official website of the Mandela Rhodes Scholarship 2025: Mandela Rhodes Scholarship and check if you qualify.
- Create an online account in their applications platform and upload your documents and essays.
- Submit your application, including academic transcripts, a CV, a personal essay, and letters of recommendation, before the deadline.
For inquiries or additional information, please contact:
- Email: info@mandelarhodes.org
- Phone: +27 (0)21 424 3344