2026 Mandela Rhodes Scholarship For Africans

The Mandela Rhodes Scholarship is a transformative leadership journey designed for young African leaders. It combines financial support with a leadership development program that fosters personal and professional growth while connecting you with fellow changemakers across Africa. Inspired by Nelson Mandela’s legacy, the program emphasizes reconciliation, education, entrepreneurship, and leadership.

This scholarship offers comprehensive funding for postgraduate studies at recognized South African universities, covering tuition, accommodation, meals, travel expenses, and study materials. Participants will engage in week-long residential workshops aimed at nurturing their leadership skills and vision for transforming Africa.

• Must be an African citizen.
• Age between 19 and 29 at the time of application, under 30 when taking up the scholarship.
• Academic marks above 70% or an upper second-class honours degree.
• Leadership experience in campus or community activities is required.
• Must apply separately to chosen universities.
• Studies must be conducted in English.
• Participation in mandatory workshops is required.

• Tuition and registration fees.
• Accommodation and meal allowances.
• Study materials allowance.
• Medical aid allowance.
• Personal allowance.
• Economy-class flights for international scholars.