2025 Mandela Rhodes Scholarship; The Mandela Rhodes Scholarship offers young African leaders the opportunity to pursue postgraduate studies while growing their leadership skills.
Organized by: The Mandela Rhodes Foundation
Focus: Leadership development, fairness, freedom, and equal rights
Benefits: Full academic funding plus leadership workshops throughout the study period
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Scholarship Benefits

The scholarship covers: Tuition and school fees (as set by the institution)
Study materials (within the set limit)
Housing and meals (within the set limit)
Health insurance (within the set limit)
Monthly allowance
Travel support (for students from other countries, at the start and end of the study)
Funding for research or conference trips (upon request)
Eligibility Criteria
To apply, you must: Be a citizen of any African country
Be between 19 and 29 years old
Hold an undergraduate degree with at least 70% or upper-second class honors (before 1 January 2026)
Be ready to study in English
Have a commitment to leadership, fairness, and human rights
Be open to personal growth through the leadership workshops
Selection Process β What Matters?
Applicants are evaluated based on four key pillars:
Leadership
- Do you aim to guide and inspire others?
- Have you helped people reach their potential?
Reconciliation
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- Do you believe in solving past conflicts for a better future?
- Can you self-reflect and grow from challenges?
Education
- Do you have strong academic results?
- Do you seek to use your knowledge to benefit others?
Entrepreneurship
- Have you acted independently to solve problems?
- Have you contributed new ideas for Africaβs growth?
How to Apply

Submit your application through the Mandela Rhodes online application portal.
Deadline: All documents and referee letters must be submitted by 21 April 2025.
For more details, refer to the Mandela Rhodes Scholarship application guide page.
Apply now and become part of Africaβs next generation of leaders!