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Botswana Youth Development Fund (YDF) 2024/2025 for Young Botswanian Entrepreneurs.

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Application Deadline: September 20, 2024

Applications are now open for the 2024/2025 Botswana Youth Development Fund. The Youth Development Fund (YDF) is a socio-economic programme for start-ups and expanding businesses. YDF was introduced in the financial year 2009/10 as an economic empowerment programme meant to assist aspiring youth to venture into various economic enterprises funded at 50% loan & 50% grant. MYSC works in collaboration with other stakeholders such as Local Enterprise Authority to build the spirit of entrepreneurship and other government ministries and parastatals who offer technical support.

Eligibility Requirements

  • Botswana citizens aged 18-35 years
  • Out-of-school youth
  • Unemployed youth
  • Underemployed youth earning less than P2 500/month
  • Youth cooperatives comprising of 5-10 members
  • Existing  youth businesses: self-funded and funded through other government schemes such as LIMID, Poverty Eradication, Out of school youth grant whose businesses have operated for 6 months and above

Supporting Documents

  • A cash-flow forecast statement covering all revenue and expenditure for a period of 12 months
  • Two (2) sets of quotations covering all items included in the proposed budget
  • A copy of valid license of operation (where applicable)
  • Certified copies of valid national identity document (Omang) for all business partners
  • A letter of intent to lease or lease agreement in cases of operating businesses or proof of
    ownership thereof
  • Curriculum Vitae of all members/partners
  • Certified copies of vocational and or academic certificates or traceable references
    (where applicable)
  • Copy of partnership deed, or cooperative constitution, or memorandum and articles of
    association (where applicable)
  • Company resolutions for loan application
  • Succession plan
  • Certificates of business registration and shareholder’s certificate should show full details (i.e.
    names and ages) of members. (Form 2 & 5 listing Company Directors)
  • Certi­fied copies of parents/guardians/spouse’s national identity card (Omang)
  • Proof of market (letters of intent to buy from potential customers, market research report)
  • The expert consultation form should be part of the YDF form as a guide to youth to consult with the relevant experts that are in line with their proposed projects (where applicable)
  • For married applicants (in community of property) there should be written consent from the
    spouse
  • ITC clearance report upon approval and this should be provided by the applicant
  • Applicants to provide documents confirming suitability of the proposed project site

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the Botswana Youth Development Fund

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Standard Bank Graduate Development Programme 2023 for young graduates.

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Application Deadline: Unspecified

The Standard Bank Graduate Development Programme assignee role recipient is provided with intensive training and support while giving them the opportunity to work in a professional context. In turn they are expected to help create an innovative, agile environment for the business. They will provide excellent problem-solving solutions on any business challenges presented. Additionally, the graduate program assignee maintains decorum in line with the Stanbic Brand and remains orderly to maximize brand integrity by guiding and directing customer engagements which is a large part of the Graduate Programme assignee responsibility.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

  • Any bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional qualification i.e., CFA, ACCA, CIMA, Engineering, Social Sciences, Medicine etc.
  • Minimum cumulative 3.9 GPA on a 4.0 scale or 2.1 or global equivalent


Experience Required

  • No Experience required.

Additional Information

Behavioral Competencies:

  • Friendly and upbeat inquisitive personality
  • Ability to work under pressure.
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Collaborative
  • Team Working
  • Risk Awareness
  • Showing Composure
  • Taking Action
  • Interpreting Data
  • Interacting with People

Technical Competencies:

  • Evaluation of Internal Controls
  • Financial Acumen
  • Compliance
  • Risk Awareness
  • Innovative
  • Digital Literacy

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the Standard Bank Graduate Development Programme 2023

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BOOST UP Startup Support Programme 2023 for startup entrepreneurs in Southern Africa

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Application Deadline: June 30, 2023

Boost Up is a three-part startup support programme organised by the Southern Africa Innovation Collective (SAIC) in Botswana, Namibia, South Africa, Tanzania and Zambia. The programme targets startups that use technology and innovation to solve a societal challenge and are looking for skills that could help them to pitch their business and become more investment-ready. 

The Boost Up series comprises Set Up training events, Stand Up pitch competitions, and the Scale Up incubation programme. 

Requirements

  • Your startup is a registered business located in Botswana, Namibia, South Africa, Tanzania, or Zambia.
  • Technology and innovation play a key role in your business model to address a societal challenge in Southern Africa.
  • You have a scalable business model.
  • You are developing or finalising a prototype, or have a prototype ready.
  • You or your startup have not won a SAIS 2-associated national pitch competition and participated in the Boost Up Bootcamp in 2022 or 2019, Slush Global Impact Accelerator 2018, or been sponsored by SAIS 2 to participate in Slush 2017.

Set Up  

Boost Up Set Up provides entrepreneurs with practical tools to package their business idea and develop a pitch to attract their target market. The Set Up training is organised separately in each of the BOOST UP countries: Botswana, Namibia, South Africa, Tanzania, and Zambia. 

Stand Up pitch competitions  

At Boost Up Stand Up, committed startups who are eager to make an impact, have a scalable business model, and want to become more investable will compete in national pitching competitions in their countries. Connected Hubs representatives will select about 10 startups per country from the Set Up participantZAs that completed the training and invite them to pitch at Stand Up. At the pitching competitions, panels of expert judges will select the top startups to advance to interviews. After the interviews, one to two promising startups per country will be selected to take part in the Boost Up Scale Up incubator. 

Scale Up incubation programme  

Boost Up Scale Up is an incubation programme for impact-driven startups eager to become more investable. Scale Up includes an online incubation programme (September – November) and an on-site Bootcamp in Nairobi in Kenya.

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the BOOST UP Startup Support Programme 2023

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German Bundestag International Parliamentary Scholarships (IPS) 2024 for young University Graduates (700 euros per month & Fully Funded to Berlin, Germany)

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Application Deadline:  July 15, 2023

Every January, the German Bundestag invites politically and socially committed university graduates from South Africa, Botswana, Namibia, Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda to a scholarship program in Berlin.

In cooperation with the Freie Universität, the Humboldt Universität zu Berlin and the Technische Universität Berlin, the German Bundestag awards up to 120 scholarships for young university graduates from 50 nations every year.

The idea

  • Since 2020, the German Bundestag has been offering a scholarship program for talented and politically interested young university graduates from South Africa, Namibia and Botswana. Starting in the 2024 program year, committed young people from Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda who are interested in the German parliamentary system and who are actively committed to democratic values ​​in their home countries will also be able to take part.
  • In a four-week compact program, up to 16 scholarship holders can get to know the German parliamentary system and political decision-making processes in the German Bundestag up close.

Experience parliamentary democracy in Germany!

Every January, the German Bundestag invites politically and socially committed university graduates from South Africa, Botswana, Namibia, Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda to a scholarship program in Berlin.

The program

  • The program takes place annually from January 1st to 31st.
  • The core of the program is a one-week internship in the office of a member of the German Bundestag.
  • For this purpose, knowledge of parliamentary democracy and the workings and function of parliament is imparted in a compact preparation. In addition, the issues of a pluralistic society, the protection of minorities and a culture of remembrance are addressed as a political mandate. A workshop on project management is intended to help people develop their own project ideas with the aim of promoting democracy and civil society in the respective countries of origin.

Eligibility Requirements

  • Citizenship of a participating country
  • younger than 30 years at the beginning of the scholarship on January 1st
  • completed university studies
  • Good knowledge of the German language (at least level B2 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages)
  • Pronounced interest in political contexts and social/political commitment

Benefits

  • The scholarship includes a monthly payment of 700 euros, free accommodation, and health, accident and liability insurance. It also covers the cost of travel to and from Berlin. The International Parliamentary Scholarship programme is funded by the German Bundestag.

Application Procedure

Your application should be sent in German and contain the following scanned documents:

  • application form
  • Passport photo (please insert on the 1st page of the application form);
  • Proof of good German language skills, not older than 2 years;
  • Letter of motivation in German with your handwritten signature (maximum two pages);
  • Copy of passport or copy ID;
  • Degree certificate from the university in the original or as an officially certified copy in English or German. The original or the officially certified copy of the original must be presented in the event of a possible selection interview.
  • a current  letter of recommendation  in German or English (from a university lecturer or employer, in which the professional qualification of the applicant for the program is assessed)

Please send your applications to the German diplomatic mission in your home country by July 15, 2023 .

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the German Bundestag International Parliamentary Scholarships (IPS) Scheme 2024

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De Beers Group Trailblazer Accelerator Programme 2023 for female Entrepreneurs

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Application Deadline:  March 31st, 2023

Female Entrepreneurs are the job creators and economy builders of the future and will forge paths to meeting these goals for a better tomorrow. Join the De Beers Group Trailblazer Accelerator – an in-residence programme for women-led tech or tech-enabled businesses creating positive impact in waste reduction, green energy transition, water and hygiene, nature-based solutions, and biodiversity conservation.

The De Beers Group through their 2030 ‘Building Forever’ framework aims to create a positive and sustainable impact that will endure well into the future, and is driven by 4 goals: 

  • Leading ethical practices, 
  • Partnering for thriving communities, 
  • Protecting the natural world; and 
  • Accelerating equal opportunity

WomHub, a boutique eco-system builder for Women-led businesses in Science, Technology, Engineering, Manufacturing & Mining (STEM), focuses on the development and support of female entrepreneurs through incubation and acceleration for meeting their ambitions and goals.
The De Beers Group in partnership with WomHub is excited to invite applications to their De Beers Group Trailblazer Accelerator – a niche, in-residence programme for women-led tech or tech-enabled businesses.

The De Beers Group Trailblazer Accelerator programme kicks off in May 2023 and is a nine-month hybrid leadership and business development opportunity for women based in South Africa, Namibia or Botswana who have founded businesses within technology with a sustainable environment focus. The hybrid masterclass series will focus on idea and business incubation, leadership development, funding, and pitch readiness, as well as mentorship, well-being and financial coaching. 

Eligibility Requirements

  • Women who serve as founders or co-founders of a Science, Technology, Engineering, Manufacturing & Mining (STEM) business.
  • Applicants must be citizens of either Botswana, Namibia or South Africa; their innovation must be based and registered in the aforementioned countries. 
  • Applicants need to be over the age of 18. There is no upper age limit.
  • The applicant’s business/innovation can be any new or innovative product, technology, or service, based in STEM with a focus on waste reduction and circularity, green energy transition, nature-based solutions and biodiversity conservation
  • Applicants must be able to commit to the duration of the programme commencing in May 2023 to January 2024.

Why Apply

Together our mission is to grow existing sustainable tech businesses through access to: 

  • Deep insight into sustainability challenges and initiatives on the African continent
  • ​Customized learning and development experiences tailored to Founder’s specific needs. 
  • Access to mentorship, industry expertise and leading-edge technology skills

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the De Beers Group Trailblazer Accelerator Programme 2023

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International Journalists‘ Programmes (IJP) Southern African Journalists’ Bursary Programme 2023 in Germany (3.000 Euro Stipend)

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Application Deadline: February 15, 2023

International Journalists’ Programmes (IJP) offer a bursary to up to six young Southern African (SADC-Member States: Angola, Botswana, Democratic Republic of Congo, Lesotho, Madagascar, Malawi, Mauritius, Mozambique, Namibia, South Africa, Swaziland, United Republic of Tanzania, Zambia and Zimbabwe + Kenia) and up to five young German journalists. For two months the Southern African delegates will have the chance to work in Germany. They will be integrated into the day-to-day journalism of their host newsroom while also researching stories for their home media.

It is assumed that all candidates have a strong command of the English language. German language abilities are an advantage but are not mandatory.

The Southern African-German Journalists’ Programme is a multiyear effort to shape an integrated understanding of the other country and region and to foster relations between Africa and Germany. It has been offered as a response to concerns about an increasing political and cultural detachment between Africa and Europe. The bursary is intended to enable young journalists to gain valuable insights into the political, economical, cultural as well as the social fabric of the host country.

The bursary is named in honour of the former Federal President Horst Köhler and his exemplary dedication to the intensification of German-African relations.

Requirements

  • For all selected IJP fellows the programme starts with an introductory conference. This will allow the participants from Southern Africa to familiarise themselves with the host country. After that they will work for several weeks with media houses before going out to undertake individual research within Germany.
  • Applicants are asked to submit their preferences for the newspaper, radio or TV station or news agency they would like to work with. The possible location will be chosen by the IJP organisers in dialogue with each delegate. It is expected that former and new participants assist one another with regard to accommodation and contacts.

Benefits

  • The Southern African delegates receive a fixed payment of 3,000 Euro. This is expected to cover most of their travel, accommodation and living expenses. No further payments will be made: delegates are expected to use their own funds for any further costs. Payment for their work with the host media is not envisaged.
  • To receive the full grant participants are obliged to write a report of at least three pages and provide copies of their published journalistic work after returning home.

Application Procedure

All journalists from Southern Africa (SADC Member States and Kenia) between the age of 25 and 40 who regularly work for a media organisation can apply.

1. Enclose a CV with a passport photograph.

2. Write a 800 word essay addressing the following topics:

  • Why you would like to work in Germany
  • What you expect from IJP and what you think you can contribute to it?
  • What are the 3 research topics you want to pursue during the fellowship?
  • What role you expect to play at your home media in the future?
  • How you will spend the bursary?

3. Include a one-page resume detailing your education and work experience, your standard of German and English (copies of certificates/ e.g. Goethe Institut/Toefel), plus 2 copies of articles written by you (TV and radio journalists must type up their reports since no audio or video tapes can be considered)

4. A journalistic reference from your editor or head of department is required (freelancers should submit a reference from a senior journalist). It should also guarantee your leave of absence for the duration of the program.

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the IJP Southern African Journalists’ Bursary Programme 2023

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YALI Southern Africa Regional Leadership Program 2023 (Cohort 21 Hybrid) for young Africans

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Application Deadline: December 18, 2022

The Young African Leaders Initiative (YALI) is a signature effort to invest in the next generation of African leaders. The YALI Regional Leadership Center Southern Africa (RLC SA) is hosted by the University of South Africa at the Graduate School of Business Leadership in Midrand, South Africa. The RLC SA aims to create critical thinkers who can solve complex, multidisciplinary problems; foster entrepreneurial and innovative thinking, and encourage cross-border communication and multicultural collaboration. The RLC SA develops the skills of young African leaders by providing core training in contemporary African issues, as well as specialized training in three key areas: Business and Entrepreneurship; Civic Leadership, and Public Management.

Requirements

• Age (18-35)
• Demonstrated commitment to positively impact their communities, countries, and the African continent
• Proven experience and track record in Public Management, Business, Entrepreneurship, or Civic Leadership
• Citizenship of: Angola, Botswana, Comoros, Lesotho, Malawi, Madagascar, Mauritius, Mozambique, Namibia, Seychelles, South Africa, Swaziland, Zambia, or Zimbabwe.
• Ability to commit to a two-weeks online and three-weeks residential programme
• English language proficiency

Rural based and economically disadvantaged young leaders
• Young leaders with disabilities
• Women
• People who are HIV positive or who are living with AIDS
• Individuals that represent and advocate for the rights of LGBTIQ communities across the region
• Other minority groups
• English language proficiency

The cohort 21 is hybrid, consisting of both online (13 March – 26 March 2023) and in-resident (10 April – 30 April 2023)  

Application for Cohort 21 Programme is open until the 18th of December 2022 (23:59 South Africa Standard Time).

Apply Now for the YALI Southern Africa Regional Leadership Program 2023

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the YALI Southern Africa Regional Leadership Program 2023

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The World Heritage Futures Lab: Southern and Eastern Africa for creative technologists (Fully Funded to Cape Town, South Africa)

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Application Deadline: 30th October 2022

Electric South, the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) and the African World Heritage Fund (AWHF) invite you to apply and participate in the new World Heritage Futures Lab: Southern and Eastern Africa Edition.

The “World Heritage Futures Lab: Southern and Eastern Africa Edition” has been conceived as part of “The Next 50”, a year-long interdisciplinary reflection on the future of World Heritage organized in the context of the 50th anniversary celebrations of the UNESCO World Heritage Convention. The aim of the project is to ensure an increased appreciation and understanding of the rich World Heritage in Southern and Eastern Africa. It will harness XR technology to develop and disseminate new narratives, and engage digital content and products on World Heritage sites in the two regions.

The lab will enhance participants’ capacities in immersive digital technologies, key principles of UNESCO World Heritage Convention and interpretation of World Heritage values in Southern and Eastern Africa.

The project will continue in 2023 to provide production funding and exhibition opportunities for innovative immersive media content around Southern and Eastern African World Heritage, subject to further funding.

Requirements

  • World Heritage Futures Lab is looking for creative technologists from each of the eligible countries: Botswana, Eswatini, Ethiopia, Kenya, Lesotho, Malawi, Mozambique, Namibia, South Africa, the United Republic of Tanzania, Zambia and Zimbabwe to participate in a 3-day ideas development lab in Cape Town, South Africa, in December 2022.
  • The creative technologists will work with community representatives living in and around World Heritage sites selected by Electric South and UNESCO.

Benefits

All flights, accommodation, meals, visa costs and ground transport costs are covered by the programme.

Selection Criteria

  • Applicants will be selected based on their creative and digital skills, as well as their commitment to explore and develop new narratives about Southern and Eastern African World Heritage through immersive technologies.

Timeline:

  • Interested participants with the outlined qualifications should submit their application no later than Sunday, 30th October, 2022 by 23h59 SAST.
  • All applicants will be notified of the outcome by Friday, November 4th, 2022.

Successful applicants will be expected to participate in a residential lab to in Cape Town, South Africa, from Tuesday December 6 — Thursday December 8, 2022.

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the World Heritage Futures Lab: Southern and Eastern Africa

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Canon Collins RMTF Scholarships 2023 for Postgraduate Study in South Africa (Funded)

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Application Deadline: 22nd August 2022.

Canon Collins Trust in partnership with Ros Moger and Terry Furlong group invite applications for the postgraduate study in South Africa 2023. Ros and Terry were inspirational London educationalists. Since 2001 friends and family have raised funds in their memory to award scholarships in their name.

Canon Collins Trust in partnership with RMTF seek to support exceptional individuals who are committed to social justice in southern Africa and for whom a postgraduate qualification is an essential tool in working to create an open and just society.

In 2023, RMTF Scholarships will be making awards only to those studying in three areas:

1. Justice, which includes Climate Justice, Law, Economics and Politics
2. Education policy and practice
3. Humanities, which includes Literature, History, Anthropology and the Arts

Eligibility Requirements
In addition, to be considered for a scholarship under this programme you must:

  • be a national of, or have refugee status in, one of the following countries: Angola, Botswana, Lesotho, Malawi, Mozambique, Swaziland, Zambia
  • be normally resident in one of the above countries
  • be in possession of a good first degree (minimum second class, upper division or equivalent) or about to graduate in the year of application
  • be studying or applying to study at a South African university

Benefits

  • RMTF Scholarships will provide funding for up to a maximum of two years for Masters and three years for PhD. The value of the scholarship package will range from R20,000 to R100,000 depending on student circumstances. 
  • RMTF Scholarships support both full and part-time study and will consider applications from those who wish to study by distance learning.

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the Canon Collins RMTF Scholarships 2023

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German Bundestag International Parliamentary Scholarships (IPS) Scheme 2023 for young University Graduates (500 Euros/Month & Fully Funded to Berlin, Germany)

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Application Deadline: September 30, 2022

Applications are now open for the German Bundestag (ISP) International Parliamentary Scholarships Programme for applicants from selected Southern African States.

The IPS Programme for African Countries is intended for highly qualified young people from the countries of
South Africa, Botswana and Namibia who are interested in politics and are keen to return home at the end of the programme to make an active contribution to democracy and a vibrant civil society in their home countries.


The German Bundestag is offering you the opportunity to get to know the German parliamentary system during an intensive programme. A one-week work placement with a Member of the German Bundestag allows you to experience the work carried out in their office and to come into contact with political decision-makers.
Successful candidates will be chosen by the German Bundestag’s independent selection panel.

This fully-funded programme is intensive four-week experience in which eight selected participants will have the opportunity to gain first-hand experience of the German parliamentary system and political decision-making processes. The climax of the whole programme will be a one-week work placement in the office of a Member of the German Bundestag. For selected participants, the programme will start on January 1 and end on January 31, 2023 in Berlin, Germany

The IPS programme is coordinated at parliamentary level by the rapporteur group of the Commission on Internal Affairs set up by the German Bundestag’s Council of Elders.

Eligibility Requirements:

  • Citizenship of one of the three participating countries: Botswana, Namibia and South Africa
  • Under the age of 30 at the start of the scholarship
  • University degree
  • Very good knowledge of German
  • An interest in politics, and social/political commitment

Benefits

Accepted applicants will be eligible for the following benefits

  • Selected participants for the programme will receive a monthly scholarship grant worth 500 euros.
  • The German Bundestag will also cover the costs related to health, accident and personal liability insurance.
  • All participants will receive accommodation in an apartment complex for the full duration of the programme
  • The programme will also cover the costs related to travel to and from Berlin.

Application Procedure:

Interested eligible applicants must send their fully completed online application documents by email as a PDF-file. The PDF file name should consist of the applicant’s surname followed by their given name. Applications must be mailed to the German mission in the applicant’s home country.

The complete application must include the following documents

  • Complete the Application form available on the programme website
  • You must include evidence of sufficient knowledge of German
  • Also include a Copy of your passport or ID card
  • You must also include a Certified copy of university degree certificate
  • Request a Letter of recommendation in either German or English from a university professor or current employer

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the German Bundestag International Parliamentary Scholarships (IPS) Scheme 2022/2023

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HB Antwerp Innovation Lab Program 2022 for young Botswanans

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Application Deadline: July 3, 2022

HB Antwerp, powered by WomHub invites soon to be graduates with innovative entrepreneurial skills and ambitions to be changemakers, to apply for the upcoming HB Antwerp Innovation Lab. Applications are open to Botswana students in their final or second final year of study towards human resources, finance, communication, legal and sustainability qualifications. The program will include an intensive five month-long virtual program which includes meaningful working material, mentorship, and live masterclasses with subject matter experts. Participants in this program will improve their skillsets, including innovation; gain a greater understanding of the future world of work, and enhance their confidence in public speaking and networking. Our core learning pillars include innovation, leadership, entrepreneurship, and employability.

The program has been designed to support Botswana students pursuing careers, offering meaningful, in-country training and job opportunities. The program also aims to support the Botswana economy, fostering long-term talent development and brand exposure for young and emerging graduates, while furthering sustainability, diversity and inclusion in the diamond industry. Building on the success of the 2021 HB Antwerp Innovation Lab, HB Antwerp aims to extend job opportunities to high performing participants who successfully complete the program.

Eligibility

  • Applications are open to students of any gender.
  • Applicants must be citizens of Botswana.
  • Applicants must be studying full-time at a higher learning institution in Botswana.
  • Applicants must be studying towards qualifications in human resources, finance, communications, legal or sustainability degrees with the vision to remain or return to Botswana for full time work.
  • Applicants must be in their penultimate to final year i.e., 3rd or 4th year of undergraduate studies or full-time postgraduate studies.​
  • Applicants must be able to take part in an in-person hackathon in July 2022 in Botswana.
  • Applicants must be able to commit 3 – 5 hours per week between August and November 2022 to participate in a virtual program

Benefits

  • Gain exclusive access to resources on innovation, leadership, entrepreneurship, and employability skills.
  • Gain a greater understanding of the future world of work.
  • Develop a meaningful business idea that solves a problem in your community.
  • Enhance confidence in public speaking.
  • Build your network of industry experts and peers, learn how to leverage your network.

Selection Process

  1. Applications must be completed online. It is recommended that responses are completed offline first as you cannot save your application and return.
  2. The deadline for submission of completed applications is 26 June 2022, 23h59 SAST.  
  3. An expert panel will screen and shortlist applicants. Shortlisted applicants will be contacted by July 2022.
  4. Shortlisted applicants will be invited to attend and participate in a hackathon event in Botswana in July 2022.
  5. Thirty (30) successfully applicants will be subsequently selected from the hackathon to form part of the cohort and begin the virtual program.

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the HB Antwerp Innovation Lab Program 2022

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2022 Netflix Creative Equity Scholarship Fund (CESF) for young African Creatives (SADC Region) – Fully Funded

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Application Deadline: 4 February 2022 at 23h59 (CAT)

Netflix, the world’s leading streaming entertainment service, has committed US$1 Million towards a Creative Equity Scholarship Fund (CESF) in Sub-Saharan Africa that will provide financial support to African creatives to access quality tertiary education in film and TV-focused disciplines at sought-after academic programmes/institutions. This is part of Netflix’s ongoing efforts to invest in Africa’s creative industries and for more diverse and new voices to tell African stories.

For the Southern African Development Community (SADC) region, Netflix has partnered with social investment fund management and advisory firm Tshikululu Social Investments as implementing partner/fund administrator, with the responsibility of successfully executing the project in Southern Africa.

The CESF is designed to provide financial assistance through full scholarships at partner higher educational institutions (HEI) in South Africa, as listed below, to support the formal qualification and training of aspiring creatives from the SADC region.

Benefits

The scholarship will cover the costs for tuition, accommodation, study materials and living expenses at institutions to which beneficiaries have gained admission to pursue a course of study in the TV & film disciplines. 

Requirements

This scholarship opportunity is open to:

  • Final year undergraduate students completing their degree in 2022; or Postgraduate students pursuing a one-year qualification in 2022
  • Students wishing to study at one of the following HEIs:
    • AACA Film and Acting School
    • AFDA
    • Boston Media House
    • Cape Peninsula University of Technology
    • City Varsity
    • Durban University of Technology
    • Tshwane University of Technology
    • University of Cape Town
    • University of Johannesburg
    • University of KwaZulu-Natal
    • University of Pretoria
    • University of the Witwatersrand
  • Students from a SADC region country that wish to study in South Africa, and are able to obtain the necessary permissions to do so
    • Students from the following countries will be eligible: Angola, Botswana, Comoros, Democratic Republic of Congo, Eswatini, Lesotho, Madagascar, Malawi, Mauritius, Mozambique, Namibia, Seychelles, South Africa, Tanzania, Zambia and Zimbabwe.
  • Students with a minimum academic average of 60% to date
    • For students applying for a one-year postgraduate course, undergraduate studies must have been completed between 2019 and 2021   
  • Students that can demonstrate financial need and have been unable to secure meaningful financial aid from other sources (e.g. National Student Financial Aid Scheme)

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the 2022 Netflix Creative Equity Scholarship Fund (CESF)

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Alibaba Group eFounders Class 9 – Africa Fellowship Program 2022 for young African Entrepreneurs – Hangzhou, China (Partially Funded)

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Application Deadline: Unspecified

The eFounders Fellowship Program provides first-hand exposure to eCommerce and digital innovations, access to business leaders across Alibaba and China, as well as an opportunity to connect with like-minded, leading entrepreneurs in your region. The fellowship is a community of passionate and successful “Champions for the New Economy” looking to inspire and create a more inclusive development model for all.

The eFounders Fellowship program is jointly organized by Alibaba Business School and the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD), who are implementing the Sustainable Development Goals for 2030.

Program dates:

  • Due to COVID-19, the original dates for eFounders Fellowship Class 9 (Africa) will be postponed with new dates to be released soon.

You are still welcome to apply for the program, and you will be given ONE YEAR VALIDITY as well as access to Alibaba Global Initiatives online courses once accepted.

Requirements

• Authentic, open-minded and altruistic leaders of the ‘new economy’.

• Building enterprises for long-term success, not for short-term profit.

• Mission-driven and have a strong sense of purpose, integrity, vision, and drive.

• Willing to learn and share their experiences and ideas.

Class 9 enrollment criteria:

• You MUST be a full-time founder or co-founder of an officially registered digital venture that has been in operation for at least 2 years.

• Your venture MUST be headquartered, located in or operates in one of the following countries: Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Ethiopia, Rwanda, Botswana, South Africa.

• You MUST provide at least 1 referral in your application (referrals from a partner/organizer/eFounders Fellow are preferred).

• You MUST provide your official business license when requested during the application process.

• Entrepreneurs below 35 years old, female entrepreneurs, and target country locals are strongly encouraged to apply.

Program costs:

Covered:

    • Hotel accommodation(shared room).

    • Training materials and training session costs.

    • Field trips and site visit transportation costs.

    • Small daily living allowance of 30 RMB/day.

Not covered (costs you must personally cover):

    • Air tickets and transportation/pick-up services to and from Hangzhou, China.

    • Single hotel room requests (if you would like to stay in a single room you will be required to cover the full cost yourself).

    • Additional food or personal expenses.

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the Alibaba Group eFounders Class 9 – Africa Fellowship Program 2022

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Women in News Leadership Accelerator Programme 2022 for women Journalists & Editors from sub-Saharan Africa.

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Application Deadline: January 14th, 2022

Women in News Leadership Accelerator Programme is an intensive nine-month long career and leadership programme open to women journalists and editors working in Africa. Journalists and editors who take part in the programme acquire new skill sets and build their capacity through a combination of Coaching, Training, Mentoring and Networking.

WIN Leadership Accelerator is an intensive, nine-month long career and leadership programme for journalists and editors working in Africa, the Arab Region and Southeast Asia. The programme accepts 100-150 applicants, annually. Women media professionals from the following countries are eligible to apply: Botswana, Kenya, Malawi, Rwanda, Somalia, Tanzania, Uganda, Zambia, Zimbabwe (WIN Africa), Egypt, Jordan, Lebanon, Palestine (WIN Arab Region), Myanmar, Vietnam, the Philippines and Indonesia (Southeast Asia).

Successful applicants to the WIN Leadership Accelerator programme benefit from the following:

One-on-one coaching to create a three-to-five year career roadmap

Develop your career management plan and learn how to implement it. Coach and mentee meet individually on five occasions with follow-up sessions. Our coaches use global best practices, customised specifically for the WIN Accelerator.

Certified Media Management training​

Regional and global experts drawn from the WIN and WAN-IFRA extended community deliver training on: newsroom management, financial management, operationalising digital strategy and the business of news. Delivered in person and via e-learning platforms.

Gender Balance in Content training

Get exposed to tools and tactics to help you and your organisation achieve more balanced and representative content.

Managing Sexual Harassment training

Tools and procedures to protect yourself and members of your team from sexual harassment in the newsroom and in the field.

Leadership Hubs

National or regional in-person and virtual gatherings that will help to develop personal and career management strategies and build professional networks.

ELIGIBILITY: 

  • Applications are open for mid to senior level editors and journalists from Botswana, Kenya, Malawi, Rwanda, Somalia, South Sudan, Tanzania, Uganda, Zambia and Zimbabwe.
  • The WIN Leadership Accelerator is targeted at mid to senior level editors and journalists. Participants must have two to three years of experience managing people or processes and be working in the media sector – print or digital newspapers, radio and, in some cases, broadcast.

Course description:

This course provides an introduction to media management, and is intended for those who have limited experience in management; however, it will benefit even experienced managers by reminding them of the basics. 

There are 5 modules in total:

1. Leadership and management

The purpose of this module is to enable participants to gain insight into the role of leadership within a work context, and thus providing them with the skills and knowledge to add value to one’s job. The expected outcomes include; explaining the concept of leadership, differentiating between leadership and management, analysing and comparing leadership theories, applying the different roles and qualities of leadership in a work context. 

2. Change management

This module explores strategies in keeping abreast of trends without compromising your business focus. The expected outcome from this module include; analysing own unit in terms of opportunities for innovation, demonstrating understanding of the techniques that promote creativity, developing a plan for creating an environment conducive to innovation, leading a team through a creative thinking process.

3. Finance for non-financial managers

Provides essential tools for the ability to assess the company’s financial practices. The expected outcomes include; A general understanding of methods and techniques for interpreting financial information, basic understanding of accounting and financial practices within the organisation, a basic understanding of methods and techniques for reading financial data from reports, the financial objectives of a business, the roles and responsibilities in financial planning.

4. Marketing and Advertising

Marketing and advertising form an integral component of any business, find out why and how to use this to your advantage. The expected outcomes include; monitoring the marketing environment and determining variables for marketing activities, distinguishing the role of marketing research and marketing information systems in investigating and understanding the operations of the marketplace, distinguishing characteristics of major markets, identifying influences on consumer behaviour in relation to marketing activities. 

5. Human resources including newsroom processes.

This module covers imperative skills for second level managers such as heads of department, section heads or divisional heads, and may have more than one team reporting to them. The expected outcomes include; demonstrating knowledge of the principles and processes of team building in workplace activities, getting agreement from team members on objectives, timeframes, rules and guidelines for participation, leading the team to complete workplace activities.

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the Women in News Leadership Accelerator Programme 2022

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The Innovation Bridge Portal Digital Incubation (IBP 500) Program for Southern African Entrepreneurs.

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Application Deadline: December 15, 2021

The Innovation Bridge Portal, in partnership with the World Bank Group, Department of Science & Innovation, Department of Small Business Development and Thinkroom is offering 100 Entrepreneurs in each of the 5 SACU countries (Botswana, Eswatini, Lesotho, Namibia & South Africa) an opportunity to enhance their business development through a digital incubation program, Thinkubate. This Innovation Bridge Startup Community initiative will be a hybrid digital and in-person program targeting underserved entrepreneurs who normally will not have access to such world-class opportunities that are tailored to their specific needs.

The digital incubation program, Thinkubate powered by Thinkroom is an Incubator|Accelerator-as-a-Platform (IAaaP) that covers various components of starting and growing a business, including life stage assessments, an online learner management system, tools and templates. It will benefit entrepreneurs who are at various life stages of their entrepreneurial journey (from ideation to post minimum viable product/service, revenue-generating and growth).

The objective of this IBP 500 program is to provide bespoke solutions to help with a young entrepreneur’s business development. Those that graduate from the program will be provided mentorship and coaching support for market access and investment readiness and will be provided opportunities to be connected to both private and public investors

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the Innovation Bridge Portal Digital Incubation Program

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WAN-IFRA Women in News Social Impact Reporting Initiative (SIRI) for Climate Crisis Coverage (3,000 Euros)

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Application Deadline: October 31st, 2021

In recognition of World News Day and its accompanying theme of telling the story of the Climate Crisis, WAN-IFRA Women in News has announced a special edition of its Social Impact Reporting Initiative (SIRI) Individual Assignments. It is inviting women journalists,who have engaged with WAN-IFRA Women in News since 2010, to apply for an assignment grant to tell the story of how climate change is affecting vulnerable and at-risk groups in their communities. 

Journalists from the following countries are eligible to apply: 

Africa: Botswana, Kenya, Malawi, Rwanda, Somalia, South Sudan, Tanzania, Uganda, Zambia, Zimbabwe

Arab Region: Egypt, Jordan, Lebanon,Palestine

Southeast Asia: Indonesia, Myanmar, The Philippines, Vietnam

SIRI aims to shine a light on at-risk or vulnerable communities while also providing short-term relief to journalists that are facing acute financial stress. Since its launch last year, in exceptional cases, SIRI has been expanded to provide exceptional financial support to journalists in response to political or environmental crises. 

Requirements

SIRI Climate Change assignments are available to journalists of any medium, with the condition that they are no longer receiving a salary or, in the case of freelance journalists, have faced a loss of contract. The focus of the assignments should be on climate change, and its impact on vulnerable or at risk populations. All stories should be gender aware. What is gender aware? See here for practical tips on how to ensure your writing is inclusive and balanced. 

SIRI recipients may offer their completed assignments to an outlet of  their choosing, or choose to self-publish. WAN-IFRA Women in News will also publish the stories in a dedicated World News Day compilation. 

Sponsorship for reporting assignments through the Women in News Social Impact Reporting Initiative is available for women journalists who no longer have a regular income stream either due to loss of employment, or for freelancers, loss of contract.

You may not apply if you are currently receiving a salary, or have a full-time reporting contract in place.

Benefits

Individuals may apply for reporting assignments equalling EUR3,000, and have 8 weeks to complete their assignments. 

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the WAN-IFRA Women in News Social Impact Reporting Initiative

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UNDP SDP Rebranding Competition 2021 for young Batswana

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Application Deadline:30th August 2021

The UNDP Business Supplier Development Programme (SDP) is an initiative geared towards building partnerships with the private sector, in order to diversify the economy, create jobs, and promote the concept of buying locally while connecting globally. The objectives of the programme include; development of the productive capacity of SMEs, improving their competitiveness to become efficient and competitive Suppliers to Buyers, creation of demand-based, market-driven opportunities for SMEs to increase their competitiveness, to connect Suppliers to larger markets (locally as well as abroad), and to strengthen the entrepreneurial ecosystem in the country.

UNDP Botswana in partnership with Market Players is pleased to announce the UNDP-SDP Rebranding Competition.

OBJECTIVES

Overall, the main objective of hosting this competition is to develop a new brand identity for the UNDP-SDP, which is easily recognizable. The Specific objectives are:

  • To develop a catchy, easy-to-connect-to Setswana brand name
  • To build a brand logo that encapsulates the essence of the programme
  • To develop a catchy tagline for the SDP
  • To develop a branding kit for the SDP
  • To engage the creative industry in Botswana in the work of the UNDP
  • To extend an opportunity for growth to a young Motswana designer

ELIGIBILITY

To be eligible for this competition, participants must meet the following criteria:

  • Be a Motswana: A Botswana citizen or resident
  • Be a young person between the ages of 18-35
  • Have a qualification in graphic design OR professional experience as a graphic designer or related field
  • Must submit ALL documents as per competition rules

HOW TO ENTER

Entries must include the following documents to be considered:

  • Curriculum Vitae incl. applicant contact details
  • Copy of Applicant’s ID
  • Branding Kit in single pdf document inclusive of the following:
    • Proposed Brand Name
    • Logo design
    • Tagline proposal
    • Brand manual comprising:
      • Brand message – overview of background and key values
      • Logo usage – detail of where and how to use the logo including minimum sizes, spacing and what to do with it
      • Colour palette – primary and secondary colour palette with colour breakdowns for print, screen and web use
      • Typography  – application of font to use and details of the font family, default fonts for web use
      • Business card and letterhead design – depiction of how the brand and font are to be used for standard company literature

CLOSING DATE

The closing date is Monday 30th August 2021, 1700HRS. Any applications submitted after this time will not be accepted.

MODE OF SUBMISSION

The branding kit must be submitted in PDF format via email to [email protected] with “UNDP SDP Rebranding Competition” in the subject line.

CASH PRIZE

A panel of judges will select the winning logo and the winner of the competition will receive a cash prize of P30,000.00. The prize is as stated and no other alternatives will be offered

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the UNDP SDP Rebranding Competition 2021

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Africa Data Science Intensive (DSI) Program 2021 for young African Students (Fully Funded Workshop in Cape Town, South Africa)

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Application Deadline: 30 September 2021.

The Africa Data Science Intensive (DSI) program is a hands-on skills training data science course based on solving real-world problems.

Big Data, data science, machine learning and artificial intelligence are driving a revolution around the world as companies rush to take advantage of their data and turn it into a competitive advantage. However there is a shortage of skilled data scientists and managers worldwide and this shortage is much worse in Africa. In this program, participants will master the data science process, from statistics and data wrangling, to advanced topics like machine learning and data storytelling, by working on real projects.

Program details

REQUIREMENTS:

Honours, Master’s or PhD in Science, Engineering or Mathematics or equivalent industry experience.

PROVISIONAL DATES:

January to May 2022 (Exact dates TBC)

WORKSHOP VENUE:

Cape Town

COURSE STRUCTURE:

11 weeks (3 x 3-week online modules and
1 x 2-week workshop in Cape Town)

SCHOLARSHIPS:

Full awards covering course tuition and travel and living expenses to attend the 2-week workshop are available for qualifying African students.

SCHOLARSHIPS

Full awards covering tuition for the complete course and travel and living expenses to attend the 2-week workshop are available for qualifying African students.

Applications for scholarships will only be accepted from students in:

  • South Africa,
  • Botswana,
  • Ghana,
  • Kenya,
  • Madagascar,
  • Mauritius,
  • Mozambique,
  • Namibia, and
  • Zambia.

INDUSTRY PARTICIPANTS

Some spaces may be allocated to industry participants depending on demand. If you as an individual or a company would like to send staff on this workshop please send an email to [email protected] for further information.


Exposure to the latest algorithms and techniques in data science

covering topics in Big Data (BD), Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence (AI).

Under the expert guidance of our team of PhDs and MBAs

as lecturers and tutors, you will receive a mix of lectures and tutorials covering the core aspects of data science.

Team work

the majority of your time will be spent working in small teams to solve real-world problems, giving you deep, hands-on experience with cutting edge algorithms while equipping you with the skills to contribute effectively as part of a dynamic, agile team.

Emphasis on real-world skills

including management of data science projects; cleaning of data; and business problem solving skills.

The solutions you generate

will be presented to industry experts who will give real feedback, helping further sharpen your readiness for the real world.

Networking events

giving you the opportunity to network with potential employers.

This program is based on more than 22 highly successful workshops run using the same model and philosophy over the past decade.

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the Africa Data Science Intensive (DSI) Program 2021

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WomHub/HB Antwerp Innovation Lab for young Botswanans.

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Application Deadline: August 2nd, 2021

The HB Antwerp Innovation Lab prepares soon-to-be graduates with skills for the engineering and technology industry. The program will include an intensive month-long virtual core program, followed by two months of virtual support and mentorship. Participants will also improve their skillsets, including innovation and intrapreneurship; gain a greater understanding of the practical implications of engineering; and enhance their confidence in public speaking and networking. Our core learning pillars include innovation, leadership and intrapreneurship.

The program has been created to support Botswanans pursuing STEM careers, offering meaningful, in-country training and job opportunities. The program also aims to support the Botswanan economy, fostering long-term talent development and brand exposure for new graduates and midcareer engineers, while furthering gender parity in the diamond industry. Additionally, HB Antwerp aims to extend job offers to some of the participants upon completion of the programme.

Eligibility

  • Applications are open to students of any gender
  • Applicants must be citizens of Botswana
  • Applicants must be studying full-time towards an engineering tertiary level qualification at a university or university of technology in Botswana or neighbouring countries with the vision to remain or return to Botswana for full time work.
  • Applicants must be in their penultimate to final year i.e. 3rd or 4th year of undergraduate studies or full-time postgraduate studies.
  • Applicants must be able to commit 3 – 5  hours per week in September 2021 for the core virtual program. This will be followed by a support program in October – November 2021 requiring an average time commitment of  1 – 2 hours a week.

Benefits

  1. Gain exclusive access to resources on innovation, leadership and intrapreneurial skills.
  2. Gain a greater understanding of the practical implications of engineering.
  3. Enhance confidence in public speaking and networking.
  4. Gain the opportunity to be recruited by HB Antwerp in January 2022.

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the WomHub/HB Antwerp Innovation Lab

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British Council FameLab Climate Change Communicators Competition 2021 for young people worldwide.

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Application Deadline:  27 July 2021

FameLab Climate Change Communicators is a global online competition and training event to build trust in climate science. 

British Council invite aspiring climate change communicators to submit a video giving a three-minute talk in English related to the theme of ‘Trust in Climate Science’. Whether you’re an early career researcher, working on climate change projects – or simply passionate about explaining climate science to new audiences – we would love to hear from you.

Ten finalists will be selected to go head-to-head in the FameLab Climate Challenge Communicators Online Final in September 2021 to battle it out for first place – who will wow judges and global audiences and be crowned winner? 

FameLab® is a competition owned and created by Cheltenham Festivals  and delivered globally by the British Council under licence.

Entrants must be:

  1. Aged 21 years of age or above;
  2. Based in one of the following participating countries for the purposes of study, research or long-term paid/voluntary employment: Albania, Azerbaijan, Bangladesh, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Botswana, Brazil, China, Colombia, Ethiopia, India, Indonesia, Jordan, Kazakhstan, Mexico, Nepal, Pakistan, Peru, Philippines, Serbia, Turkey, Uganda or Vietnam;
  3. Studying or working in roles that relate to science, engineering, technology, medicine or mathematics. Individuals working in climate change related work in organisations such as non-government organisations (NGO) and charities are welcome to apply.

Welcome:

  • Lecturers in science, mathematics or engineering subjects, including specialist science teachers with a science degree
  • Researchers who use existing research or meta-studies – they don’t have to be getting their hands dirty
  • People who work on applying science, technology or mathematics – for example, those in NGOs, charities, environmental organisations, technology start-ups, statisticians, computer technicians, consultants to industry
  • Postgraduate students of science, mathematics or engineering 
  • People who apply science, mathematics or engineering in the armed forces or government bodies
  • People who apply science, engineering or mathematics in industry or business

Benefits

If you’re passionate about climate action and making a real difference, we want to hear from you! There are many benefits to participation.

All finalists will take part in a two-day online masterclass delivered by leading science communication trainers.

You will meet and interact with an experienced panel of judges, and join a network of like-minded people from all over the world, as well as the wider FameLab community.

Cheltenham Festivals held the first FameLab in 2005. Its partnership with the British Council in 2007 took the competition global, and to date, more than 40,000 scientists and engineers have taken part.

The overall winner of the FameLab Climate Change Communicators will be awarded a place in the FameLab International Online Final in November, where you will join over 20 countries for further training, networking and the opportunity to compete to be the global FameLab International Winner 2021.

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the British Council FameLab science communication Competition

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Women’s Political Leadership Programme 2022 for emerging women Leaders (Fully Funded to Sweden)

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Application Deadline: 31 August 2021.

If you are a local political leader in Africa, Asia or Eastern Europe, a woman and most importantly, an agent of change – this programme is for you

The 12-months training focuses on developing politicial leadership skills and is open only to women who hold an elected seat in a local government. All parts of the training are based on equity, participation, transparency and accountability, and the goal is to strengthen democracy in the organisations taking part in the training, primarily by strengthening the politician herself, as well as capacitating women politicians in general to be good role models and to get a higher involvement of underrepresented groups in decision making bodies. 

The training is implemented in cooperation with the Swedish Association of Local Authoroties and Regions (SALAR). 

The following countries are eligible for the programme: Albania, Botswana, Georgia, Indonesia, Kosovo, Moldova, Montenegro, Namibia, North Macedonia, Rwanda, Serbia, Tanzania, Turkey, Uganda, Ukraine, Vietnam, Zambia and Zimbabwe.

The programme period: January – December 2022

Programme objectives

The programme aims to provide the following changes in the participant: 

  • Empower the participant with improved leadership skills  
  • Help the participant to fully utilize the power and influence of her position  
  • Strengthen her as a role model to encourage political participation among marginalized groups  
  • Give her access to a network of women in similar positions

During the training, the participant will work on her change process and implement a strategy to make the local authority equitable, participatory, transparent and accountable. 

Benefits:

  • Valuable exchange of knowledge and experiences
  • Extended regional and international networks
  • Improved skills as a “change agent” in initiating and implementing instituational change
  • Skills and abilities to communicate and advocate on issues of inclusive governance
  • Two-day study-visit in a Swedish municipality or region
  • Support to improve participation, equality, transparency and accountability in the local governance
  • Advanced training in communication, strategic planning and leadership
  • Swedish mentorship including an individual two-day study visit in a Swedish municipality or region
  • International exposure to different political experiences
  • An opportunity for your municipality to help achieve the Sustainable Development Goals (SDG)

Costs

All training costs pertaining to lectures, literature, documentation, study tours and certain social activities as well as accommodation and food will also be covered by the organiser. All international travel costs related to the programme will be covered by the programme organiser. Costs for personal expenses are not included and are the responsibility of the participant or her organisation.

VISA

Participants are responsible for obtaining all relevant visas during all scheduled parts of the programme. The costs for obtaining visas are to be borne by the participant.

Insurance

All participants are covered under a group insurance while on scheduled parts of the programme. Medical and dental checkups are not included.

Certificate

Participants who successfully complete all scheduled parts will be awarded a Certificate of completion of training.

How?

  • Through skills training workshops on site or digitally
  • Identification of challenges and finding solutions to issues faced by women politicians
  • By offering strategic support and coaching from ICLD staff and mentors
  • In sharing of professional obstacles and successes in an inclusive environment

Programme structure

The training consists of three compulsory workshops, of which all three are full time scheduled trainings. Periods between workshops are homebased. The total duration of the programme is 12 months.

When:
The Inception workshop will be held in February 2022
The Sweden Phase workshop will take place in June 2022
The Final workshop will take place in December 2022

Where:
All workshops except the Sweden Phase workshop will be held in the participating countries. The Sweden Phase workshop will be carried out in Sweden.

Phase 1: Inception workshop

(5 days including travels)

More exact location to be decided

After confirmed selection, the participants will be contacted by a programme manager at ICLD and invited to the Inception workshop.

The participants and the programme management develop a shared understanding of the content, structure, methodology and management of the programme. Topics addressed in this workshop, among others: teambuilding and networking, developing the change process, and introduction to the Sustainable Development Goals. The tuition during the inception workshop consists of group discussions and lectures with a combination of Swedish and/or international experts from the region.

The Inception workshop will be held over the course of three days in one of the participating countries.

Work with the Change Process (3 months, in home country)

Back in their respective local communities the participants will continue to develop their Change Process. Participants will actively use web-based tools for interaction with facilitators and other participants.

Phase 2: Sweden Phase workshop

(2 weeks in Sweden including travels)

Participants will meet in Sweden for a cultural exchange, advanced leadership training, introduction to Swedish women politicians/mentors and a two-day study visit to a Swedish municipality or region. Topics of study will include, among others: the Swedish model of governance, suppression techniques and countermeasures, and how to be a good role model. Tuition consists of interactive lectures and group discussions with Swedish and international experts combined with study excursions, group work and discussions.

Phase 3: Final workshop

(5 days including travels)

More exact location to be decided

The participants and the Swedish mentors meet in one of the participating countries. The goal of this workshop is to summarize and share the challenges, opportunities and
lessons learned throughout the programme. The participants will present their Change Process results. The programme also includes study visits and lectures provided by the ICLD and relevant lecturers. This workshop marks the formal end of the programme.

Learning processes

The programme employs a mixture of pedagogical methods such as lectures, group work, forum discussions, study visits and facilitated support by the assigned mentors. Support for planning, implementation and evaluation of the Change Project is mainstreamed throughout the whole programme. The number of participants is limited to 25 in order to ensure a close working relationship between participants, ICLD-staff, mentors and lecturers.

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the Women’s Political Leadership Programme 2021

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South Africa Media Innovation Program (SAMIP) 2021 for Southern Africans (ZAR 3 million in grant)

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Application Deadline: July 31st 2021

The South Africa Media Innovation Program (SAMIP) is pleased to announce a call for independent media organizations from Botswana, Lesotho, Namibia, Zambia, and Zimbabwe to apply to join the cohort.

OBJECTIVES OF THE PROGRAM

The South Africa Media Innovation Program (SAMIP) was established in 2017 by Media Development Investment Fund as a multi-year initiative to accelerate digital innovation and sustainability among select independent media outlets in South Africa. The program has provided a mix of financing (grants/equity) and capacity building to a total of 24 independent media companies, non-profits and start-ups.

The program now seeks to expand this cohort to include a small number of new entrants from Botswana, Lesotho, Namibia, Zambia and Zimbabwe.

To diversify, strengthen and support innovation among independent media initiatives in Southern African countries, through a mix of project funding, technical support, and capacity building over a three-year period.

ELIGIBILITY

This call for applications is limited to entities based in Botswana, Lesotho, Namibia, Zambia and Zimbabwe.

Applications are open to existing independent media companies and non-profit organizations, as well as new ventures that are less than a year old.

Funding focus areas include:

  • Developing new approaches to reporting and storytelling that embrace the possibilities of technology.
  • Serving underserved audiences, especially along the lines of race, gender, age, income or location.
  • Supporting new models for distributing news that save costs, add value, or reach new audiences.
  • Creating new sources of revenue that can support media sustainability and independence.

Benefits

SAMIP aims to enroll five new organizations through this call.

Project grants of USD 5,000-15,000 per organization.

Technical assistance grants of up to 1000 USD per organization.

Capacity-building through mentorship, coaching, workshops, and training.

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the South Africa Media Innovation Program (SAMIP) 2021

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Goethe-Institut Sound Connects Fund 2021 for creatives in Southern Africa

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Application Deadline: 25 July 2021.

The Music in Africa Foundation (MIAF) in partnership with Goethe-Institut invites organisations in the Southern Africa creative and cultural industries to apply for grants from the recently launched Sound Connects Fund, which aims at accelerating development and increasing the capacity of the cultural and creative sectors in Southern Africa. The first call for applications is open from 17 June to 25 July 2021.

Operating under the banner; ACP-EU Culture Programme (Southern Africa) – Sound Connects Fund, the initiative is made possible with funding from the ACP-EU Culture Programme, a project implemented by the Secretariat of the African, Caribbean and Pacific (ACP) Group of States and funded by the European Union (EU). The programme is co-funded by the Goethe-Institut.

The Sound Connect Fund is implemented by the MIAF in partnership with Goethe-Institut South Africa and the Siemens Stiftung, a founding partner of the MIAF, is also a partner of the fund.


The Sound Connects Fund is a multifaceted initiative that aims to accelerate development and increase the capacity of the cultural and creative sectors in Southern Africa by offers financial support in the form of different sized grants and a comprehensive capacity-building programme to eligible creative and cultural industry organisations based in Angola, Botswana, eSwatini, Lesotho, Malawi, Mozambique, Namibia, Zambia and Zimbabwe; and operating in the animation, film, gaming, performing arts, photography, videography and visual arts sectors.
 

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the Goethe-Institut Sound Connects Fund

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Canon Collins Trust RMTF Scholarships 2022 for Postgraduate Study in South Africa (Funded)

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Application Deadline: 9th August 2021.

Canon Collins Trust in partnership with RMTF seek to support exceptional individuals who are committed to social justice in southern Africa and for whom a postgraduate qualification is an essential tool in working to create an open and just society.

In 2021, due to the impact of Covid-19 pandemic and funding availability, the trust will only be supporting postgraduate studies within the area of Education for selected countries in southern Africa.

The research focus must relate to one of the following themes:

  • Improving quality of education in southern Africa
  • Access to education in southern Africa

Eligibility

In addition, to be considered for a scholarship under this programme you must:

  • be a national of, or have refugee status in, one of the following countries: Angola, Botswana, Lesotho, Malawi, Mozambique, Swaziland, Zambia
  • be normally resident in one of the above countries
  • be in possession of a good first degree (minimum second class, upper division or equivalent) or about to graduate in the year of application
  • be studying or applying to study at a South African university

Benefits

  • – Canon Collins Trust will provide funding for up to a maximum of two years for Masters and three years for PhD. The value of the scholarship package will range from R20,000 to R100,000 depending on student circumstances. We support both full and part-time study and will consider applications from those who wish to study by distance learning.
  • – Canon Collins Trust also organise an annual conference for current scholars, and hold several smaller events throughout the year. Scholarship holders are expected to participate in these activities and to become part of and contribute to our network.
  • Applicants will automatically be considered for the Ros Moger Terry Furlong scholarship. Please see this page for more information about this named award.

How to apply

We open for applications on 30th June 2021.
The deadline for applications is at 15:00 BST on Mon, 9th August 2021.
Late applications will not be considered.

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the Canon Collins RMTF Scholarships 2022

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The Google for Startups Black Founders Fund Africa Program 2021 for early-stage African Startups ($3 million in funding)

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Application Deadline: July 7th 2021

A Google for Startups program giving access to funding to Black-founded startups in Africa.

Through the Google for Startups Black Founders Fund Africa, we are supporting early-stage Black-founded startups and startups that are benefitting the Black community on the continent. We want to bridge the existing fundraising gap for Black startup founders in Africa’s fast-growing technology landscape. This non-dilutive $3 million fund is allocated across a pipeline of 50 investable startups in Africa. The fund is open to all startups that meet the criteria, with priority given to Google for Startups Accelerator and Partner program alumni. This fund will be given along with mentorship support and Google platform credits to help the startups grow.

Requirements

  • The Black Founders Fund is intended for startups with self-identifying Black leaders or companies directly supporting the Black community.
  • Google encourage established startups based in Africa who are seeking seed-stage funding to apply. 
  • Currently accepting applicants from the following countries in Africa: Botswana, Cameroun, Cote D’Ivoire, Ethiopia, Ghana, Kenya, Mozambique, Nigeria, Rwanda, South Africa, Tanzania, Uganda, and Zimbabwe. 

Eligibility

A startup that is:

  • Headquartered in Africa or has a legal presence on the continent
  • Building for Africa and a global market
  • Creating jobs, has growth potential to raise more funding, and making an impact

With a founding team that is:

  • Diverse, with at least one Black C-level founding member
  • Directly supporting the Black community

Technical requirements:

  • Technology startups with a live product in market or business where technology is core to their ability to scale (not for consultancies or not-for-profits)
  • Compatibility with Google products—our products can accelerate their growth

Funding

  • – Each startup will receive either $50,000 or $100,000. Funding varies according to each startup’s product development stage, current needs, and how much they’ve already raised.
  • – This $3M non-dilutive fund will be allocated across a pipeline of 50 investable startups in Africa, with each firm receiving up to $100,000 in cash awards.
  • – Each selected company will also receive $220,000 in Google Cloud Credits and Ad Grants, as well as mentoring, technical and scaling assistance from the best of Google. The equity-free fund is available to entrepreneurs developing for Africa, on the continent.

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the Google for Startups Black Founders Fund Africa

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YALI Regional Leadership Center Fellowship Program 2021 for Southern Africans- Online Cohort 11

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Application Deadline:5 February 2021 (23:59 South Africa Time)

The conceptualisation, development and curriculum content of the Regional Leadership Center Southern Africa (RLC SA) as led by the University of South Africa (Unisa) were heavily influenced by the developmental, political and economic dynamics of the Southern African Development Community (SADC) region.

The RLC SA will develop the young African leaders in Business and Entrepreneurship Development; Civic Leadership; and Public Management and Governance through a hybrid of innovative and complimentary approaches that include contact sessions; online mentoring; online self-paced tuition; industry placements and experiential learning.

The centre will have year-long access to the state-of-the-art facilities at the Unisa School of Business Leadership in Midrand, South Africa for the English speaking participants. The same program will be replicated in Mozambique for Portuguese speaking participants as a way of reaching and opening access to the disadvantaged lusophone communities. Contemporary African issues such as HIV/AIDS, gender, responsible leadership and technology will also be infused into the program to develop young and transformative African leaders. The productive partnership with the local and USA universities; private sector partners as well as the regional bodies such as SADC and the African Union will contribute to the improved quality of the program as well as the access, reach and delivery mechanisms.

The RLC SA will, in collaboration with its partners, develop the 21st century skills that are the indispensable currency for participation, achievement and competitiveness in the global economy.

In pursuit of these ideals, the RLC SA aims to:

  • Create critical thinkers
  • Solve complex and multidisciplinary problems
  • Foster entrepreneurial thinking
  • Innovative use of information, knowledge and opportunities
  • Encourage communication and multicultural collaboration
  • Create awareness of contemporary African issues

Objectives of the RLC SA

  • To provide the platform and tools to empower dynamic young Africans
  • To awaken their innate leadership potential for the benefit of Africa and its global partners.

Eligibility Requirements

The program is open to young African leaders aged 18 – 35 years old depending on their level of experience and track record in their chosen sector.

Participants must meet the following criteria:

  • Age (18-35)
  • English language proficiency
  • Portuguese speaking participants will be accommodated in the Mozambique Hub at UEM
  • A commitment to positively impact Africa, their own countries as well as communities
  • Demonstrated leadership capabilities and interest in Public Management, Entrepreneurship Development and Civic Leadership
  • Commitment to serve the development agenda of the African continent

Young leaders from the following countries are eligible to participate in the programme: Angola, Botswana, Comoros, Lesotho, Malawi, Madagascar, Mauritius, Mozambique, Namibia, Seychelles, South Africa, Kingdom of Eswatini, Zambia and Zimbabwe.

SELECTION PROCESS AND CRITERIA

Selection for participation in the YALI RLC SA will be conducted by a selection panel which will use the following criteria to evaluate applications:

Requirements:

  • A proven record of leadership in public service, business and entrepreneurship, or civic engagement. They can be new entrants in public and private service institutions looking to develop their leadership abilities.
  • Proven record of knowledge, interest, and professional experience in the sector/track selected.
  • Proven record of active engagement in public or community service, volunteerism, or mentorship.
  • Selected participants applying for the contact session must be willing to travel to the RLC SA in Midrand, Johannesburg or Maputo for the duration of the program.
  • A commitment to apply leadership skills and training to benefit your country and/or community after the program.

Skills:

  • Good interpersonal and communications skills
  • Knowledge of youth leadership and development issues
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
  • Demonstrate the ability to work in a small or large team setting
  • Proven computer skills
  • Cultural sensitivity
  • Positive attitude
  • Dedication, responsibility and reliability

Over and above, the intended beneficiaries of the program include the following:

  • Rural based and economically disadvantaged communities
  • Young leaders living with disabilities
  • Young leaders in lusophone countries
  • Women
  • People who are HIV positive or who are living with AIDS
  • Organisations that represent and advocate for the rights of LGBTI communities across the region

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the YALI Regional Leadership Center Fellowship Program 2021

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Southern Africa Innovation Support Programme RE: innovation challenge 2020 for African startups ( EUR 50,000 per project)

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Application Deadline: Sunday, 27 September 2020 at 23:59 CAT.

The Southern Africa Innovation Support Programme (SAIS 2) RE: innovation challenge is now calling for proposals from projects to pilot and validate solutions to make Southern African startup ecosystems more resilient and better able to face an uncertain future.

A maximum of six (6) applications will be selected for grant funding of between EUR 30,000 and EUR 50,000 per project for a maximum of five months. A matching funding minimum of 20% (10% cash and 10% in kind) is required from the applicants.

Startup ecosystems play a critical role in providing an environment in which African startups can thrive and grow. In many countries, these systems are still young and are often vulnerable to unforeseen events such as the recent COVID-19 pandemic. Unexpected shocks can interrupt the operation of startups, incubators, universities, and even large firms for a significant time. Therefore, it is vital to strengthen the ecosystems’ ability to rapidly recover from negative events. Such resilience is also the key enabling factor to ecosystems’ development and growth.

For this reason, SAIS 2’s RE:innovation challenge is looking for visionaries who can offer technology-enabled solutions that strengthen innovation and startup ecosystems in Southern Africa. 

SAIS 2 recognises technologies in the line of the fourth industrial revolution, such as artificial intelligence, cloud computing, robotics, 3D printing, the Internet of Things, and advanced wireless information and communication technologies, as empowering technologies driving the scalability of startup innovations and the resilience in ecosystems.


Are you a visionary with a possible solution?

How winning projects will benefit from participating in the RE:innovation challenge

  • A maximum of six (6) projects will be selected pilot testing or validating the proposed solution.
  • Each selected project will receive a SAIS 2 grant of between EUR 30,000 and EUR 50,000 per project, depending of the project budget proposed. The applicant has to provide at least 20% matching funding to counter the SAIS 2 grant (10% cash and 10% in kind).
  • Selected projects will have a maximum of five (5) months start and finish their project, including the project launch, piloting/validation, and final reporting.
  • Selected projects will have an opportunity to present the solutions and the results to a network of entrepreneurship and innovation ecosystem stakeholders, which could lead to new opportunities for the proposed solution.

To answer the RE:innovation challenge call, you need to meet the following criteria:

  • You have identified a challenge to and a solution that strengthens the resilience of a startup ecosystem in one of the following countries: Botswana, Namibia, South Africa, Tanzania, or Zambia.
  • The solution is technology-enabled and easily adapted for quick implementation.
  • You have a project consortium comprising innovation support organisations such as incubators, hubs, labs, and accelerators as well as research/academia, private sector and public entities, and/or NGOs hosting and supporting youth entrepreneurship and startups.
  • Your project consortium must have at least one innovation support organisation as a member, which will also act as the project coordinator.
  • Your project coordinator is a registered legal entity in one of the five SAIS 2 partner countries (Botswana, Namibia, South Africa, Tanzania, Zambia).

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the SAIS Support Programme RE: innovation challenge 2020

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2020 Jamlab Accelerator Programme for southern Africa creative journalists and media makers.

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Application Deadline: August 2nd 2020

Are you working on something that you think could reshape media or journalism in southern Africa? Do you have skills you could apply to creating great new media? Do you have the energy and commitment to create something great?

We are looking for committed and creative journalists and media makers who are passionate about fixing what isn’t working in southern African media, who want to create new media to serve new audiences, or bring new conversations or ideas to the public.

Jamlab is Africa’s first journalism and media accelerator and innovation lab. Our six-month hothouse accelerator programme for journalism and media innovators offers a unique opportunity to fast-track your initiative. It will provide you with the tools, facilities, contacts, and support necessary to realise your ideas and ambitions.

We welcome applications from the following southern African countries: Angola; Botswana; eSwatini; Lesotho; Madagascar; Malawi; Mauritius; Mozambique; Namibia; Seychelles; Zambia and Zimbabwe.

This is the first southern Africa programme we are running and will largely take place virtually due to the Covid-19 travel restrictions imposed by numerous countries in Africa and the rest of the world. The programme will run from September 2020 to February 2021 and is supported by Tshimologong Digital Innovation Precinct and Civicus.

The six teams which selected from southern Africa will receive the following:

  • Virtual mentorship and coaching from experienced media, start-up and tech experts and entrepreneurs.
  • Free places on a three-month media entrepreneurship course
  • Access to a technical support development team.
  • Opportunities to pitch to potential investors, funders and various stakeholders with a MVP (minimum viable product).
  • Access to network which includes but not limited to Programme Alumni.

Sixteen teams have taken part in three iterations of the Jamlab Accelerator Programme in South Africa and five of them succeeded in securing additional investment immediately after the programme.

How do you apply?

Complete this short application form to capture your details and confirm your eligibility and ability to participate.

You will be asked to write a short pitch setting out your idea for a new journalism start-up or describing your existing venture and your ideas for growing and developing it further. Include in this pitch why and how your venture is innovating in the space.

You will also be asked to provide short resumes of your key team, including a line on each one’s role in the venture.

Successful teams will need a steady internet and have a good command of speaking and writing in English.

Deadline for Applications

The deadline for applications is 17:00 (South African Time), Wednesday 2 August 2020.

Shortlisted applicants will be invited to pitch in August, 2020.

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the 2020 Jamlab Accelerator Programme southern Africa

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Queen Elizabeth (QECS) Distance Learning Scholarship Awards 2020 for Young Africans

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Application Deadline: July 9th 2020

The University of South Africa will be hosting a Distance Learning award. This means that you will be studying for a Masters degree with the University of South Africa, but in your home country.

The following courses are available to apply for a QECS;

  • MSc in Agriculture at the College of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences (CAES)
  • MSc Flotation, MSc Comminution, MSc Biogas, MSc Bio remediation, MSc Fischer Tropsch, MSc Gasification, MSc Process Synthesis at the College of Science, Engineering and Technology (CSET)
  • MEd in Open Distance Learning at the College of Education (CEDU)
  • All two year distance learning Masters courses in the College of Economics and Management Sciences (CEMS)
  • All two year distance learning Masters courses College of Human Sciences (CHS)

Please note that the course title included in the application form must match the course listed on the University of South Africa’s website in order to be considered.

Eligibility

  • To apply you must be a citizen of (or hold refugee status in) of one of the following countries; Antigua and Barbuda, Bangladesh, Belize, Botswana, Cameroon, Dominica, Eswatini , Fiji, The Gambia, Ghana, Grenada, Guyana, India, Jamaica, Kenya, Kiribati, Lesotho, Malawi, Malaysia, Mauritius, Mozambique, Namibia, Nauru, Nigeria, Pakistan, Papua New Guinea, Rwanda, Samoa, Sierra Leone, Solomon Islands, Sri Lanka, St Lucia, St Vincent and The Grenadines, Tanzania, Tonga, Tuvalu, Uganda, Vanuatu, Zambia.

You must have completed an undergraduate degree at a 2:1 equivalent level.

Please note, universities may have their own specific eligibility requirements for admissions – please contact the university for more details.

How to apply for a distance learning QECS at the University of South Africa

Make sure that you have the following documentation to upload to your application:

  • High school certificate
  • Undergraduate transcript (and graduation certificate)
  • Two references – preferably academic
  • Scan of passport or national ID card
  • Proof of English language ability if English is not your first language

To apply for a QECS at the University of South Africa, complete an online application form.

Applications will close at 4pm (UTC +1) on 9 July.

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the Queen Elizabeth Distance Learning QECS Awards 2020

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Canon Collins RMTF Scholarships 2021 for Postgraduate Study in South Africa (Funded)

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Application Deadline: Monday 10th August 2020.

Canon Collins Trust in partnership with RMTF seek to support exceptional individuals who are committed to social justice in southern Africa and for whom a postgraduate qualification is an essential tool in working to create an open and just society.

In 2021, due to the impact of Covid-19 pandemic and funding availability, the trust will only be supporting postgraduate studies within the area of Education for selected countries in southern Africa.

The research focus must relate to one of the following themes:

  • Improving quality of education in southern Africa
  • Access to education in southern Africa

Requirements

In addition, to be considered for a scholarship under this programme you must:

  • be a national of, or have refugee status in, one of the following countries: Angola, Botswana, Lesotho, Malawi, Mozambique, Swaziland, Zambia
  • be normally resident in one of the above countries
  • be in possession of a good first degree (minimum second class, upper division or equivalent) or about to graduate in the year of application
  • be studying or applying to study at a South African university

Benefits

We will provide funding for up to a maximum of two years for Masters and three years for PhD. The value of the scholarship package will range from R20,000 to R100,000 depending on student circumstances. We support both full and part-time study and will consider applications from those who wish to study by distance learning.

We also organise an annual conference for current scholars, and hold several smaller events throughout the year. Scholarship holders are expected to participate in these activities and to become part of and contribute to our network.

Applicants will automatically be considered for the Ros Moger Terry Furlong scholarship. Please see this page for more information about this named award.

How to apply 

We are now accepting applications. You can access the online application form through the link below.

Apply for the Canon Collins RMTF Scholarship for Postgradute Study in Education. 

Application is Monday 10th August 2020.

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the Canon Collins RMTF Scholarships 2021

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2020 Training the Female Sport for All Leaders of Tomorrow Mentorship Programme for young African Women (Fully Funded)

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Application Deadline: 31st March 2020

Training the female sport for all leaders of tomorrow is a mentorship and mobility programme – co-funded by the European Commission – which aims to empower young African and European women and equip them with knowledge, skills and experiences to lead the Sport for All Movement. The programme will not only strengthen employability, but also enhance personal development through time spent in a foreign country. The project is led by TAFISA, African Union Sports Council Region, European Network Sport Education, Olympic Committee of Slovenia – Association of Sport Federations.

The organizers are seeking 20 mentees (10 from selected countries in Africa and 10 from selected countries in Europe) who are dedicated, committed and passionate individuals who believe they have what it takes to lead the Global Sport for All Movement.

Benefits:

All costs associated with this programme (flights, accommodation, meals, visas, insurance, etc.) are covered by the project budget

Eligible countries in Africa: Angola, Botswana, Eswatini, Lesotho, Malawi, Mozambique, Namibia, South Africa, Zambia, Zimbabwe.
Eligible countries in Europe: Erasmus+ Member and Programme countries

How it works
We will create mentoring trios (see below) which comprise one mentee from Africa, one mentee from Europe and one mentor (either from Africa or Europe). The mentors’ role is to share their vast experience in the field of Sport for All with their mentees – both in person and remotely – and empower mentees to develop their professional skills in the field of Sport for All.

Each mentoring trio will be tasked with developing their own Sport for All project throughout the lifespan of the programme.
Timeline and activities
• 2-year project from January 2020 to December 2021
• Each mentee will participate in three face to face mobility activities:
o 1st mobility: until start of October, home country of the mentor
o 2nd mobility: 28th November to 9th December 2020, Lesotho
o 3rd mobility: 4th to 11th October 2021, Slovenia
• Mentoring trios are expected to have approximately 12 online (telephone/skype) meetings (minimum of one every two months)

Requirements:

Female aged between 18 to 30 years old.

  1. Proficient in a working level of English.
  2. Hold (as a minimum) high-school diploma.
  3. Undertaking studies or employment and able to provide a letter of support from your place of
    study and/or employment.
  4. 2 years’ experience as an employee or volunteer in Sport, or a relevant field relating to social
    development (e.g. health, education, gender, violence, social inclusion, etc.).
  5. Have interest and are motivated to work internationally.
  6. Are committed to the project’s 2-year lifespan, available to attend all three mobilities and are
    willing to sign a commitment agreement.
  7. Possess good communication, interpersonal and time and project management skills.
  8. Ability to work well as part of a small team.
  9. Proficient with Microsoft office and access to a computer and internet.
  10. Ability to travel internationally and hold a valid passport.
  11. No restrictions which would prevent successful application of a visa (e.g. no criminal record).
  12. Knowledge and understanding of the Sport for All Movement is an added advantage (however
    this is not compulsory).
  13. Must not have benefitted from a similar exchange programme in the last five years.
  14. Must be affiliated with a current ENSE Member.

How to Apply
In order to apply as a mentee for this project, please follow the steps below:
Stage 1 – written application

  1. Complete the application form
  2. Attach an updated CV
  3. Collect a letter of support from your place of employment/study
    Please send all of the above to and CV to [email protected]
    DEADLINE: 31st March 2020

    Stage 2 – Interview
     Selected applications will be invited for an in-person or remote interview within the first two
    weeks of April 2020.
    Final decision – successful applications will be informed by the end of April
    2020.

Mentees should be affiliated with current ENSE members and are expected to fully comply with the project Guidelines and are asked to submit a completed Application Form and Letter of Support when applying.

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the 2020 Training the Female Sport for All Leaders of Tomorrow Mentorship Programme

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Call for Participation: Innovating Education in Africa Expo 2019 – Gaborone-Botswana

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Application Deadline: July 31st 2019

Education and training remain the bedrock for human empowerment, inclusive prosperity and progressive development. However, this education has to be accessed by all, under all circumstances, including refugees and displaced persons; it must be of highest possible quality, included well equipped and motivated teachers; and must be aligned to continental aspirations and expectations as articulated in Agenda 2063.

Against this background, the African Union Commission will hold the Second Edition of the Innovating Education in Africa Expo in Gaborone – Botswana, from 20th–22nd August, 2019.

Purpose of the Event

The event is aimed at raising the visibility of these innovative practices in order that they can be supported, up-scaled, replicated or further developed. It will also be an opportunity to celebrate African innovators, and expose them to networks of potential markets, advisors and sponsors of their work.

  • Venue and Format of the Event:

Innovations in the application of ICT In Education that have demonstrated impact in an African context, with potential for wide dissemination will be identified through Call for Submissions to be exhibited at the event.  Groundbreaking research on use of ICT in delivery and management of Education will also be presented

Expected Outputs

The expected outputs of the Expo will include:

  1. Expo Report: a summary of key findings and messages of key policy and developmental relevance distilled from conference papers, innovations and keynote speeches
  2. Conference Proceedings: papers accepted for the conference will be published in the proceedings book and on African Union Website.
  3. Education Innovators handbook: collection of the innovations that will be exhibited during the event, providing information on the innovators and their contacts
  4. Expanded membership of the Africa Education Innovators Network which was established during the first Innovating Education in Africa Expo.
  1. Information on Participation

To participate in the event, please register at www.iea.edu-au.org. Deadline for registration is 31 July 2019. There are no registration fees, however participants will be expected to cover their own costs of travel and accommodation.

Participation open to all actors and stakeholders in Education Development in Africa.

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the Innovating Education in Africa Expo 2019

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Alibaba Group eFounders Fellowship Program 2019 for young African Entrepreneurs – Hangzhou,China

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Application Deadline: March 17th 2019

The Alibaba Group is excited to introduce Class 5 of the eFounders Fellowship, which will be open to founders/co-founders of digital ventures from Botswana, Cameroon, Chad, Kenya, Rwanda, or Uganda.

The eFounders Fellowship program provides first-hand exposure to ecommerce and digital innovations, access to business leaders across Alibaba and China, as well as an opportunity to connect with like-minded, leading entrepreneurs in your region. The fellowship is a community of passionate and successful “Champions for the New Economy” looking to inspire and create a more inclusive development model for all.

The eFounders Fellowship program is jointly organized by Alibaba Business School and the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD), who are implementing the Sustainable Development Goals for 2030.

The key factors in Alibaba’s long-term success.

• The defining moments and failures that have shaped Alibaba’s journey (including the early stages of development).

• An understanding of Alibaba’s ecosystem.

Class 5 welcomes entrepreneurs who are:

• Authentic, open-minded and altruistic leaders of the ‘new economy’.

• Building enterprises for long-term success, not for short-term profit.

• Mission-driven and have a strong sense of purpose, integrity, vision and drive.

• Willing to learn and share their experiences and ideas.

Class 5 enrollment criteria:

• You MUST be a founder or co-founder of an officially registered digital venture that has been in operation for at least 2 years.

• Your venture MUST be headquartered, located in or operates in one of the following countries: Botswana, Cameroon, Chad, Kenya, Rwanda, or Uganda.

• You MUST provide at least 1 referral in your application (referrals from a partner/organizer/eFounders Fellow are preferred).

• You MUST provide your official business license when requested during the application process.

• Entrepreneurs below 40 years old, female entrepreneurs, and target country locals are strongly encouraged to apply.

Program costs:

Covered:

    • Hotel accommodation (shared room).

    • Daily meal allowance for breakfast (included in the hotel), lunch and dinner.

    • Field trip and site visit transportation costs

Not covered (costs you must personally cover):

    • Air tickets and transportation/pick-up services to and from Hangzhou, China.

    • Single hotel room requests (if you would like to stay in a single room you will be required to cover the full cost yourself).

    • Additional food or personal expenses.

Apply Now for the eFounders Fellowship – Class 5 – Africa

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the Alibaba Group eFounders Fellowship Program 2019

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Canon Collins Trust Scholarships 2019/2020 for Postgraduate Study in the United Kingdom (Fully Funded)

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Application Deadline:Monday 25th February 2019.

Canon Collins Trust offers scholarships to support taught masters degree programmes at certain UK universities.

School of Oriental and African Studies, University of London

Canon Collins Trust partner with SOAS to co-fund one scholarship annually. Applicants must:

  • Be a national of, and normally resident in one of the following countries: Angola, Botswana, Lesotho, Malawi, Mozambique, Namibia, South Africa, Swaziland, Zambia, Zimbabwe.
  • Be in possession of a good Honours degree (minimum second class, upper division or equivalent) or about to graduate in the year of application.
  • Be applying for a full-time one-year taught masters course in any subject.
  • Have at least 2 years work experience in a relevant field.

University of Sussex

Canon Collins Trust partner with the Mandela Scholarship Fund at the University of Sussex to co-fund two awards annually. Applicants must:

  • Be a national of, and normally resident in one of the following countries: Angola, Botswana, Lesotho, Malawi, Mozambique, Namibia, South Africa, Swaziland, Zambia, Zimbabwe.
  • Be in possession of a good Honours degree (minimum second class, upper division or equivalent) or about to graduate in the year of application.
  • Be applying for a full-time one-year taught masters course in any subject.
  • Have at least 2 years work experience in a relevant field.

Benefits:

All these scholarships cover full tuition fees, a monthly stipend, a return economy flight, a settling-in allowance and other support whilst in the UK.

Application Process

The online application form is of primary importance as it serves as the basis for assessment. The online application form can be found on the Canon Collins Trust website, when the call for applications is open.

You will find full instructions online when you start a new form. It is your responsibility to ensure that your application is complete and accurate before submitting your application online. All sections of the form need to be complete before the system will allow the application form to be submitted.

Information can be saved and the application form edited until the applicant chooses to submit. All applicants are required to submit the following supporting documentation:

Certified copy of undergraduate degree certificate, if available
Certified academic transcripts
Reference letters from two referees
ID document (The following are acceptable: Passport, Birth Certificate, Driver’s License)
Proof of refugee status, if applicable.Ideally, you should submit an academic reference (preferably from your current supervisor) and a reference from an employer.
You should ask your referees to write a reference that relates to your application for this scholarship. It should outline your strengths as an applicant, demonstrate your capacity to study at the level required, explain how you would benefit from further study and identify your potential impact in the future.

How to apply

Applications are open and will close on Monday 25th February 2019 at 17:00 UK time. Please read the guidelines here and complete the application form by clicking here.

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the Canon Collins Scholarships 2019/2020

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International Journalists‘ Programmes (IJP) Southern African Journalists’ Bursary Programme 2019 in Germany (3.000 Euro Stipend)

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Application Deadline: February 15th, 2019

International Journalists’ Programmes (IJP) offer a bursary to up to six young Southern African (SADC-Member States: Angola, Botswana, Democratic Republic of Congo, Lesotho, Madagascar, Malawi, Mauritius, Mozambique, Namibia, South Africa, Swaziland, United Republic of Tanzania, Zambia and Zimbabwe + Kenia) and up to five young German journalists. For two months the Southern African delegates will have the chance to work in Germany. They will be integrated into the day-to-day journalism of their host newsroom while also researching stories for their home media.

It is assumed that all candidates have a strong command of the English language. German language abilities are an advantage but are not mandatory.

The Southern African-German Journalists’ Programme is a multiyear effort to shape an integrated understanding of the other country and region and to foster relations between Africa and Germany. It has been offered as a response to concerns about an increasing political and cultural detachment between Africa and Europe. The bursary is intended to enable young journalists to gain valuable insights into the political, economical, cultural as well as the social fabric of the host country.

The bursary is named in honour of the former Federal President Horst Köhler and his exemplary dedication to the intensification of German-African relations.

For all selected IJP fellows the programme starts with an Introductory Conference for all delegates. This will allow the participants from Southern Africa to familiarise themselves with the host country. After that they will work for several weeks with media houses before going out to undertake individual research within Germany. Applicants are asked to submit their preferences for the newspaper, radio or TV station or news agency they would like to work with. The possible location will be chosen by the IJP organisers in dialogue with each delegate. It is expected that former and new participants assist one another with regard to accommodation and contacts.

Benefits:

  • The Southern African delegates receive a fixed payment of 3,000 Euro. This is expected to cover most of their travel, accommodation and living expenses.
  • No further payments will be made: delegates are expected to use their own funds for any further costs. Payment for their work with the host media is not envisaged.
  • To receive the full grant participants are obliged to write a report of at least three pages and provide copies of their published journalistic work after returning home.

Application Procedure:

All journalists from Southern Africa (SADC Member States and Kenia) between the age of 25 and 40 who regularly work for a media organisation can apply.

1. Enclose a CV with a passport photograph.

2. Write a 800 word essay addressing the following topics:

  • Why you would like to work in Germany
  • What you expect from IJP and what you think you can contribute to it?
  • What are the 3 research topics you want to pursue during the fellowship?
  • What role you expect to play at your home media in the future?
  • How you will spend the bursary?

3. Include a one-page resume detailing your education and work experience, your standard of German and English (copies of certificates/ e.g. Goethe Institut/Toefel), plus 2 copies of articles written by you (TV and radio journalists must type up their reports since no audio or video tapes can be considered)

4. A journalistic reference from your editor or head of department is required (freelancers should submit a reference from a senior journalist). It should also guarantee your leave of absence for the duration of the program.

Applicants are asked to send the application documents (E-Mail) not before December 15th, 2018 and until February 15th, 2019 to the following address:

[email protected]

 

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the IJP Southern African Journalists’ Bursary Programme 2019

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British Council Finance Internship Programme 2018 for young Africans

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Application Deadline: 14 November 2018 (23:59 UK Time)

Would you like to be part of a forward moving team charged with embedding financial control, risk assurance and integrity of the financial function across the great work we do at the British Council?

Through a hands-on learning programme, we offer you the opportunity to obtain practical insights into the financial function of a global organisation that creates people impact across 110 countries. The Finance function offers a unique and independent outlook used in driving decision making and strategy across our operations. We pride ourselves on delivering excellence, being trusted business partners and driving continuous improvement and innovation.

You will work within the Financial Control function and your role will see you supporting the end-to-end accounting process – including month and year end close, ensuring consistent, accurate and robust financial accounting processes and being a part of our “three lines of defense”. What are the three lines of defense? The three lines of defense are Commercial Finance, Risk & Compliance and Financial Planning & Analysis.

During this programme, you may be required to support the finance change programme, process improvement initiatives and engage with stakeholders. This will give you a broader understanding of our work and how it supports the delivery of our corporate vision and strategy. The experience and exposure gained at the British Council will give you a solid foundation for your career in Finance.

Requirements:

  • Recent graduate (within the last 2 years) with a minimum of a 2:1 degree in a finance-related field
  • Interest in finance
  • Self-motivated, proactive and a good team player
  • Drive to succeed, with the ability to think both creatively and strategically
  • Questioning, analytical mind
  • Good interpersonal & communication skills: verbal and written
  • Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office Packages, especially Excel and adaptable to learning ERP software
  • Ability to work with tight deadlines and maintain quality of output
  • Ability to build strong relationships with stakeholders
  • Work experience in a Finance capacity would be beneficial (but not essential)

Duration of the internship

  • 12 months in Zambia, Malawi, Mauritius, Mozambique, Botswana, Uganda & Sierra Leone
  • 6 months in Senegal

Responsibilities

  • Support the income recognition process by extracting relevant reports and working with customer service and exams departments
  • Provide support as required with manual journals, accounting adjustments and off-system payment requests ensuring accuracy and compliance with relevant policies
  • Support reconciliation of all relevant accounts and ensure that this is completed to corporate standards
  • Support review of open purchase orders to ensure they are cleared on time
    Parking of accounting journals
  • Maintain and file financial records as per corporate policy
  • Complete Travel & Expense audits as per policy
  • Complete monthly cash journal reconciliations
  • Submit relevant documents to local bank as requested
  • Support the preparation of local Tax submissions and other statutory returns
  • Assist with provision of information to internal / external auditors
  • Review and scan invoices for payment post due diligence by Accountants/Senior Accountants

Teams you will work with – Key interfaces include:

  • Financial Control team
  • Country Operations teams
  • Shared Service Centre

Benefits:

Stipend:
£100 from month 1 to month 6
£150 from month 7 to month 12
£60 per month meal and transport allowance

Application Procedure:

 

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the British Council Finance Internship Programme 2018

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The Open Society Initiative for Southern Africa (OSISA) Scholarships 2019 for African women media leaders at Rhodes University – South Africa (Fully Funded)

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Application Deadline: 23 November  2018.

The Open Society Initiative for Southern Africa (OSISA), an African institution committed to the creation of open societies through support for democracy, human rights and good governance,  invites applications for eight postgraduate scholarships from Southern African women media leaders who wish to study media management at Rhodes University’s Sol Plaatje Institute (SPI) for Media Leadership in 2019.

Applicants should be from Angola, Mozambique, Namibia, Zambia, the DRC, Botswana, Lesotho, Malawi, Swaziland, and Zimbabwe.  Candidates from Angola, Mozambique, Namibia, the DRC and Lesotho will get priority in the selection of scholars for 2019.

Successful applicants will register for the SPI’s intensive, one-year fulltime Postgraduate Diploma in Media Management (PDMM), the only formal media management qualification in Africa and the developing world. Candidates must already possess an undergraduate degree from a recognised university in order to pursue postgraduate study. The OSISA scholarships cover:

The full cost of tuition

  • Accommodation and meals in one of Rhodes University’s residences
  • All learning materials
  • A modest monthly subsistence allowance
  • Medical aid
  • Mid-year media management internship costs.

Application details and procedures:

Only women candidates who are already working in the media industry in the 10 Southern African countries of OSISA listed above are eligible to apply for these scholarships. Candidates should already have an undergraduate degree from a recognised university.

The application deadline for these scholarships is 23 November 2018.

Students wishing to apply for these scholarships need to:

• Complete Rhodes University’s standard External Honours Application form, which is available at https://www.ru.ac.za/media/rhodesuniversity/content/registrar/documents/forms/2015%20External%20Hons%20Applications.pdf), which must be submitted directly to the Registrar’s Division at Rhodes University and a copy emailed to Sibonise Mbengashe ([email protected]) at the Sol Plaatje Institute for Media Leadership. They must also complete the application form for the PDMM, which is available at https://www.ru.ac.za/spi/studying/ and send it to both the Registrar’s Division and the SPI’s Sibonise Mbengashe ([email protected]).

• Submit a detailed CV, including email and phone contact details. This is sent to the SPI only.

• Submit certified academic transcripts of ALL tertiary qualifications. These are sent to both the SPI and Registrar’s Division at Rhodes University; and

• Submit to the SPI, through Sibonise, a 1,000-word letter of motivation, which explains why the student is interested in doing the PDMM, how the PDMM will assist the student’s career and why the student believes she qualifies for the OSISA scholarship.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted after the applications close at noon on 23 November  2018.

 

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the OSISA Scholarships 2019

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Canon Collins Trust Master of Laws (LLM) Scholarships 2019 for study at the University of London.

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Application Deadline: 17:00 BST on Fri, 11 January 2019.

The Canon Collins Trust Master of Laws (LLM) Scholarships allow individuals to study for the Postgraduate Certificate, Postgraduate Diploma and/or the Master of Laws (LLM) by distance learning, at the University of London. Applicants can start at any level, and do not need to complete the whole programme. For example, applicants can start at Postgraduate Certificate level and work their way through to the LLM, or can stop after completing the PG Certificate. Applicants who have completed an undergraduate degree may start at LLM level, skipping the PG Certificate and Diploma.

Requirements:

Applicants for this scholarship must be:

  • a national of, or have refugee status in, one of the following countries: Angola, Botswana, Lesotho, Malawi, Mozambique, Namibia, South Africa, Swaziland, Zambia, Zimbabwe
  • normally resident in one of these countries
  • in possession of the necessary qualifications required for admission to the programme;
  • currently employed in full or part-time work;
  • able to commit a minimum of 10 hours to study per week.

Benefits:

  • These scholarships are made possible by the generosity of the University of London, who will waiver full tuition and examination entry fees for four scholarship recipients.
  • Local examination fees are not included. Scholarship recipients have between 1 to 5 years to complete the programmes, and continued registration on the course is dependent upon satisfactory progress and academic reports. For more information on the course please view the prospectus.
  • The University of London and Canon Collins Trust will jointly select the recipients of this award.

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the Canon Collins Trust Master of Laws (LLM) Scholarships 2019

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African Union Commission (AUC) 2018 Ideation Dialogue Forum on youth exchanges and volunteerism (Fully Funded to Gaborone, Botswana)

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Application Deadline: August 14th 2018

As part of the strategies to facilitate partner engagement within the framework of the African German Youth Initiative (AGYI), the African Union Commission (AUC) and the German Federal Enterprise for International Cooperation (GIZ) will convene an Ideation Dialogue Forum on youth exchanges and volunteerism which will explore innovative approaches towards skills promoting youth exchange programs. The dialogue will provide a platform to share experiences, discuss key strategies towards strengthening existing processes as well as identify opportunities for expansion of currently available services. The dialogue seeks to engage key stakeholders including youth led exchange organisations, participants as well as alumni of exchanges and volunteerism.

The forum will take place in Gaborone, Botswana from the 2-4 September 2018.

Benefits:

  • Transportation and accommodation costs will be covered.

PARTICIPATION CRITERIA

Participants in the Forum will be pre-selected on the following criteria:

  •  Be between the age of 18 and 35
  • Proficiency in at least English or French
  • Have a valid passport
  • Have a relevant experience in youth exchange and/ or youth voluntary programsSELECTION CRITERIA

The Ideation Dialogue Forum is designed for a maximum of 100 participants.

The selection criteria will be based on geographical representation, balanced gender distribution, diversity of backgrounds, and the quality of the applications. Successful applicants will be notified by no later than 14 August 2018.

Apply Now for the 2018 Ideation Dialogue Forum

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The Barclays-F.G. Mogae Scholarship Fund 2018/2019 for Botswana citizens.

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Application Deadline: July 13th 2018

The Barclays – F.G. Mogae Scholarship Fund was established in 2008 in honour of the former president of Botswana Mr. Festus Mogae.

Scholarships are available for individuals who wish to pursue a Masters Degree at a recognized institute of higher learning in Botswana. The desired courses of study are: Accounting; Economics; Engineering; Finance; Human Resources; Information Technology; Law; Marketing; Mathematics; and Business Management. Students from other fields of study may be considered at the discretion of the governing committe.

Eligible Applicants

  • Citizens of Botswana- People with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
  • Registered for a Masters degree on a full time basis and not on secondment with a company
  • Falls within the top 20% of her/his respective class in the final two years of undergraduate studies and should have achieved an overall aggregate pass rate of 75%
  • Clean criminal record

Primary Award Criteria

  • Academic Achievements which will include grades and GPA and class rank.
  • Financial Need
  • Involvement in community and extracurricular activities
  • Personal attributes

Criteria for Barclays Colleagues

  • Employees who have completed their probationary period
  • A very strong performer

Award Restrictions

  • Non-renewable- This means that one individual can only benefit once

Other Requirements

  • Completed application form- available at all Barclays Branches
  • Police Clearance
  • Three letters of reference
  • Motivation Letter
  • Transcripts
  • Financial information summary
  • Acceptance Letter from an institution of Higher Learning

Institutions:

For More Information:

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