Students from specific African nations can get complete financial support through the Ashinaga Africa Initiative (AAI) Scholarships to pursue undergraduate degrees at prestigious universities across the globe, including those in Japan, the US, and the UK. Ashinaga chooses 20 exceptional students from Sub-Saharan Africa each year, many of whom come from some of the poorest countries in the area, and gives them the tools they need to succeed as future leaders in their home countries.
The AAI is a global leadership initiative created to develop the next wave of African leaders and provide them with the tools they need to support Sub-Saharan Africa’s expansion and advancement. The scholars are young people who have lost one or both of their parents and are committed to bringing innovation, change, and advancement back to their own nations.
The scholarship pays for all costs, including books, lodging, transportation, and any required fees. Those who qualify and would like to apply for the scholarship can find a step-by-step guidance in this post.
Host Country: Japan
Host: Ashinaga Africa Initiative
Opportunity Type: Undergraduate Scholarships
Subjects: All Subjects
Eligibility Country: All Sub-Sahara African Countries
Financial coverage: Fully Funded, Accommodation | Monthly Stipends
Eligibility Criteria:
- lost one or both of your parents.
- obtained final results by February 9, 2024, or completed secondary school and earned national exam results within the last two years (after August 1, 2022) (technical and vocational degrees not allowed).
- born subsequent to September 1, 2001.
- not having the funds to study overseas without assistance from outside sources.
- capable in Portuguese, French, or English.
- Throughout the final two or three years of secondary school, consistently placed in the top 10% of their class.
- able to take part in two Ashinaga preparatory courses for a year before starting college.
- devoted to returning, after graduation, to Sub-Saharan Africa to support societal development.
- No dependents that might interfere with your ability to learn.
- to study overseas while in good health.
Benefits:
- Entire Tuition Coverage: During the recipient’s undergraduate program, Ashinaga (100-Year Vision) Scholarship pays for all tuition expenses.
- Housing: The scholarship ensures that students have a stable living arrangement during their studies by providing support for housing during both academic terms and vacation times.
- All-inclusive Insurance: This type of insurance shields students studying overseas from unanticipated medical expenses and other hazards.
- Flight Costs: The scholarship ensures that transportation is entirely covered by paying for round-trip airfares between the student’s home country and the country of study.
- Monthly Stipend: A monthly stipend is provided to recipients to help with living expenditures, such as food and personal necessities, as well as costs associated with their education, such as books and supplies.
- Assistance with Academic Needs: The scholarship provides funding for required educational costs, allowing students to concentrate entirely on their studies without having to worry about money.
Deadline: December 31, 2024
