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Rhodes West Africa Scholarships 2022 for postgraduate study at the University of Oxford, United Kingdom (Fully Funded)

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Application Deadline:  15 September 2021

The Rhodes Scholarships for West Africa : In conjunction with the Oxford-Morland-West Africa Graduate Scholarship

West Africa includes: Benin, Burkina Faso, Cape Verde, Gambia, Ghana, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Ivory Coast, Liberia, Mali, Mauritania, Niger, Nigeria, the island of Saint Helena, Senegal, Sierra Leone, São Tomé and Principe and Togo.

There are now two Rhodes Scholarships for West Africa each year. The Scholarship for West Africa was announced in 2017 and the first Scholar arrived in October 2018. There had previously been Scholarships for certain countries within this grouping, including Nigeria and Ghana.

The Rhodes Scholarships, established in 1903, are the oldest international scholarship programme in the world, and one of the most prestigious. Administered by the Rhodes Trust in Oxford, the programme offers 100 fully-funded Scholarships each year for postgraduate study at the University of Oxford in the United Kingdom – one of the world’s leading universities. Rhodes Scholarships are for young leaders of outstanding intellect and character who are motivated to engage with global challenges, committed to the service of others and show promise of becoming value-driven, principled leaders for the world’s future.

The broad selection criteria are:
 Academic excellence – specific academic requirements can be found under ‘Eligibility Criteria’ below.
 Energy to use your talents to the full (as demonstrated by mastery in areas such as sports, music, debate, dance, theatre, and artistic pursuits, including where teamwork is involved).
 Truth, courage, devotion to duty, sympathy for and protection of the weak, kindliness, unselfishness, and fellowship.
 Moral force of character and instincts to lead, and to take an interest in your fellow human beings.

Eligibility Criteria
a. Nationality/citizenship: You must be a citizen of one of the following countries:
Benin, Burkina Faso, Cape Verde, Gambia, Ghana, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Ivory Coast, Liberia, Mali, Mauritania, Niger, Nigeria, the island of Saint Helena, Senegal, Sierra Leone, São Tomé and Principe and Togo.
b. Education/residency: You must have been resident in one or more of the countries listed above for at least five of the last ten years.
c. Age: Upon 1 October 2021, you must meet either of the below criteria:
i. You must be at least 18 and have not reached your 25th birthday (i.e. you must have been born after 1 October 1996 and on or before 1 October 2003). OR for medical, dental, and pharmaceutical students, to allow you to complete your internship
ii. You must be at least 18 and have not reached your 26th birthday (i.e. you must have been born after 1 October 1995 and on or before 1 October 2003)

OR for older candidates who completed their first undergraduate degree later than usual
iii. You must have met or will meet the requirements for completion of your first degree on or after 1 October 2020
AND must have not reached your 27th birthday by 1 October 2021 (i.e. have been born after 1 October 1994).*

  • A university’s policy determines the date a degree is considered awarded. In ambiguous cases, the decision of the National Secretary is final.
    d. Academic achievement: You must have completed an undergraduate degree from a college or university (normally a Bachelor’s degree) with the highest classification your University awards, e.g. First Class Honours, or a Distinction in the case of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmacy courses.
    e. English language: You must have a sufficiently high standard of English to meet the English language proficiency requirements (at the Higher Level listed) of the University of Oxford.
    f. Given the very intense international competition for places at the University of Oxford, candidates (with the
    exception of those studying in Nigeria and Ghana, and, for some countries, those studying medicine) will have a greater chance of successful admission to Oxford if they have an Honours degree (or have taken an Honours year) from a University outside of their country or if they have studied to Masters level within their country. Please contact your National Secretary if you require further advice. Candidates may wish to consider applying to the Rhodes Trust’s sister Foundation, The Mandela Rhodes Foundation (https://mandelarhodes.org/), to pursue an Honour’s year or a Master’s degree prior to making an application for the Rhodes Scholarship.
    g. If unsuccessful in your first application to the Rhodes Scholarships, you may subsequently re-apply only once more (and this must be in the same constituency), subject to meeting the eligibility criteria.

Application Procedure
a. You can apply online from 01 June 2021 at http://www.rhodeshouse.ox.ac.uk/scholarships/apply via the scholarships tab.
b. You must submit your application online, with all supporting documents, by 23:59 Greenwich Mean Time (GMT), 15 September 2021.
c. In preparation for making your application, you should read carefully the general information, particularly that held on the Scholarships tab, on the Rhodes House website, the Conditions of Tenure for the Rhodes Scholarship, the information in this document and the graduate admissions pages of the University of Oxford: www.ox.ac.uk/admissions/graduate.
d. Up to 25 candidates may be shortlisted by the Selection Committee following their initial review. All shortlisted candidates will be required to make themselves available for an interview (to be conducted either via Zoom or Microsoft Teams or Skype or WhatsApp video or any other appropriate platform) within 24 hours of being notified of their status. From those shortlisted, up to 15 finalists may be selected by the Selection Committee.
e. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to a social engagement (a dinner with the selection committee and other finalists) and a final interview. You must be available to attend both, in person, as no accommodations can be made on date and time, or mode, of these events. Interviews will be held in either Accra or Lagos on a Saturday between November and early December No candidate will be selected without an interview. Travel expenses within West Africa and overnight accommodation in Accra or Lagos will be provided. The 2022 Rhodes Scholar-Elect will be announced immediately after all Finalists have been interviewed.
f. All applicants will be emailed with the outcome of their application.

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the Rhodes West Africa Scholarships 2022

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Meltwater Entrepreneurial School of Technology (MEST) Africa Entrepreneurial Training Program 2021/2022 for young African Entrepreneurs (Fully Sponsored) – Deadline Extended

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Application Deadline Extended: May 12th 2021

Meltwater Entrepreneurial School of Technology (MEST) offers 12-month graduate-level training to aspiring entrepreneurs across the African continent.

The entrepreneurial training program in business, communications and software development includes extensive hands-on project work, culminating in a final pitch and the chance to receive seed investment and grow businesses.

The successful world-class training program is run with the help of an internationally recognized faculty. Our teaching fellows hail from some of the best universities around the world like Oxford, Stanford, Harvard, etc. We also offer our entrepreneurs-in-training (EITs) the opportunity to be mentored by real-life Entrepreneurs, CEOs and other executives from all over the world. Guest lectures have been executives of Uber, Facebook, Safaricom, Samsung, Interswitch, and many more.

Since inception in 2008, MEST has invested over $22m in training over 350 individual entrepreneurs and funded 60+ software companies across Africa. MEST entrepreneurs have developed solutions addressing local, regional and global markets, received follow-on funding from global investors, and gotten into top accelerator programs such as Y-combinator, 500 startups and TechStars.

As COVID-19 has changed the way organizations operate around the world, causing travel restrictions and moving many workplaces to adopt digital solutions, the Training Program for 2022 will focus on entrepreneurs who live in Ghana and Nigeria.

Curriculum Overview

  • Building Sustainable Teams
  • Market Research
  • Product Development and Innovation
  • Revenue and Business Modeling
  • Branding and Communications
  • Marketing and Growth Hacking
  • Financial Management and Investments
  • Legal and Regulatory Compliance
  • Metrics and Measurements
  • Sales and Traction (achieving product/market fit)
  • Preparing for investments

Candidate Profile

  • A degree from a top university or Technical College or equivalent experience with at least two (2) years corporate and startup experience (preferred)
  • Deep skills in either communications, business or software development (from the onset or acquired during the Pre-Learning stage)
  • Young persons crazy about tech and entrepreneurship, and how to use technology to achieve business results
  • Should be ready to commit to a full residential program for a whole year
  • Disciplined, motivated self-starter who can work and deliver on assignments and projects – demonstrate this by completing the required Pre-Learning courses and MEST’s rigorous recruitment process
  • An entrepreneurial spirit and strong desire to start a company
  • Ability to communicate candidly and persuasively
  • Ability to work well in teams, proven academic or professional excellence
  • Demonstrated leadership abilities
  • Confident and independent thinking
  • Excellent people skills

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the MEST Africa Entrepreneurial Training Program 2021/2022

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Kwame Karikari Fact-Checking and Research Fellowship 2021

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Application Deadline:7 May 2021 

Inspired by the need to tackle and curb the rapid spread of mis- and dis-information and further expand the art and reach of verified and accurate information to rural and urban societies, to institutionalize a culture of fact-checking across the globe, and to build knowledge around the menace of information disorder in Africa, the Premium Times Centre for Investigative Journalism (PTCIJ), through its fact-checking project, DUBAWA, is now accepting applications for her Kwame Karikari fact-checking and research fellowship. 

Named after Professor Kwame Karikari, redoubtable media freedom advocate and founder of the Media Foundation for West Africa, MFWA, both the Fact-Checking and Research Fellowships are designed to promote accountability of public institutions, institutionalize the art and culture of fact-checking in newsrooms, and build knowledge around the phenomenon in the Anglophone axis of the West African sub-region. This edition of the fellowship is the third in its series. 

The twin-track programme offers a six-months fellowship for journalists (fact-checkers) to incorporate fact-checking into their work; and another six-month fellowship for scholars (researchers) to conduct original research for publication in contribution to building knowledge around information disorder. 

The fellowships are supported by  the National Endowment for Democracy (NED) and the Heinrich Boll Stiftung Foundation (HBS), and they both offer a monthly stipend to cover all costs of the investigation and research project for fellows.

Fact-checking Track

The fact-checking track is open to journalists and reporters in traditional and new media. Experience in fact-checking is not required of prospective applicants for the fact-checking track. However, prospective  applicants must:

  • Be journalists in new media platforms (online blogs), print media, radio, and TV stations in Ghana, Liberia, Nigeria, Sierra Leone and The Gambia.
  • Be interested in pursuing fact-checking of stories pertaining to politics, economy, health, governance, business, media etc.
  • Be willing to think about ways to expand the reach of verified information to grassroots communities that are targeted constituencies for political, social, and cultural disinformation. 
  • Have proficient computer skills.
  • Be working in a media organization willing to cross publish with Dubawa.

Selected applicants will be expected to:

  • Write (online and print media) or broadcast (radio and TV) three (3) fact-check stories related to politics, health, economy, media etc. And one (1) media literacy article/ explainer on a monthly basis. 
  • Promote fact-checking on all social media, print, online, radio, or TV platforms as necessary.
  • Train colleagues in their newsrooms on the theory and practice of fact-checking.
  • Assist their newsroom to set up fact-checking desks upon completion of the programme.
  • Cross-publish fact-check reports on their platform and Dubawa.

Journalists and reporters from local language speaking media organisations are encouraged to apply to join this year’s fellowship.

If selected, the applicant(s) must provide proof of approval from the newsroom that authorizes the applicant to undertake fact-checking work and provide an assurance that fact-checks will be widely circulated on their media platform, newspapers, as well as on Dubawa’s websites as well.

Scholars (Research) Track

The Research Fellowship Programme is initiated through Dubawa’s, Information Disorder Analysis Centre (IDAC), a Project which creates knowledge on the information disorder ecosystem through extensive research, following an identification of gaps in knowledge that should drive policy and democratic discourse around technological consequences, social media, and political legislation. This track is open to postdoctoral and graduate/research fellows. 

Prospective applicants for this track must choose from one of the following areas during the fellowship:

  • Policy on Press Freedom
  • Politics and its influences on the information disorder ecosystem
  • Policy on social media, data, and new-age technology. 
  • Social media, legacy media, and audience communication behaviours
  • Nature, perception, and impact of information disorder

Requirements

Prospective applicants must: 

  • Be graduates, postgraduate students, post-doctoral candidates, or persons who work in academia in Ghana,  Liberia, Nigeria, Sierra Leone and The Gambia
  • Have at least intermediate level of IT skills 
  • Have good analytical skills 
  • Possess wide and demonstrable prior-experience in conducting research (on any subject).
  • Have genuine interest in learning and contributing to the development of knowledge around the IDAC project.
  • Be willing to give sufficient time or attention to the fellowship.
  • Be willing to meet up with the required deliverables. 

Applicants who are post-doctoral researchers must commit to:

  • Carry out six months of research into any of the identified focus areas. 
  • Be part of Dubawa’s workflow, attending editorial team meetings.
  • Give a public lecture on any of the focus areas relevant to their research while in residence at IDAC.
  • To publicize and share results of findings with the general public.

Applicants who are undergraduates and postgraduates researchers must commit to:

  • To carry out research into any of the identified areas 
  • Host a monthly or bi-monthly webinar on the findings of their research and give a lecture under the auspices of IDAC’s Occasional Webinar Series.
  • Make radio appearances at various stages of both fellowships to bring to the fore the issues raised or identified by the research efforts. 
  • Provide monthly analytical articles showing the interim findings of the research being conducted in the first five months and the final product at the end of the sixth month.

Note: All applicants will go through two stages of selection: filling an application form and attending a virtual interview.

Fellowship Timelines

Application Starts: 23 April – 7 May 2021 

Selection and interviews: 10 – 14 May 2021

Training (Fact-checkers): Tuesday 18 – Friday 21 May

Discussion Forum (Researchers): 25 – 26 May 2021

Fellowship Program Begins/Ends: May – November 2021

How to Apply

Applicants who are certain they meet the above criteria should click the appropriate link below to apply:

For Fact-checking, Apply HERE

For Research, Apply HERE

For more information about the Fellowship, contact us at [email protected].  Follow us on social media;

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the Kwame Karikari Fact-Checking and Research Fellowship 2021

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The Media Foundation for West Africa (MFWA) Residential Story Development Bootcamp for Journalists.

by OFA
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Application Deadline:  April 13, 2021. 

Do you have a great story idea aimed at promoting accountability, transparency, anti-corruption, and human rights?

The Media Foundation for West Africa (MFWA) is pleased to announce an open call for journalists to a residential story development bootcamp.

The bootcamp will provide a platform for participating journalists to brainstorm on their story ideas, and discuss more effective approaches to pursuing those stories. The bootcamp will also be an opportunity for peer learning, experience sharing, and mentorship.

A significant part of the bootcamp will focus on how participants can use the RTI law to access information to advance their story development.

The residential bootcamp will comprise interactive presentations from seasoned media professionals, group works, and practical story development sessions.

At the end of the workshop, participants would have shaped their stories and developed the plans for pursuing them to the end.

After the bootcamp, participants who require and are able to justify a need for financial support to work on their stories will receive financial support.

Eligibility criteria:

Applicants should be Ghanaian journalists currently working with a recognised print, online, and electronic media organisation in the country.

Applicants must have a story or story idea that they are pursuing and would want to use the bootcamp to fully develop it.

Story ideas must be on one of the following themes:

Transparency, Accountability, Human rights, Access to information, Service delivery

Deadline:

Interested journalists should submit applications not later than Tuesday, April 13, 2021. 

Click here to access the application form.

Note: Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted

Contact Adiza on 0558281720 or Abigail on 0244867047 for clarification if need.

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the MFWA Residential Story Development Bootcamp

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The BMGA Fellows Program 2021 for young African Women.

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Application Deadline: April 18th 2021

The BMGA Fellows Program is a social impact initiative designed to narrow the gender skills gap that exists among female university graduates in Africa. It is a six-month online blended program that provides young women with access to knowledge and resources required to gain fundamental employability skills that strengthen their marketability for a successful career in the 21st Century.

Based on the learnings and methodology from BMGA’s capacity-building program for corporate clients, the program was designed to give academically motivated female university graduates or final year students the unique opportunity to have a transformational learning experience that will play a pivotal role in their personal and professional development. The program enables participants to develop essential skills such as critical thinking, problem-solving, communication, emotional intelligence, teamwork among others. 

The BMGA Fellows Program is supported by top global institutions such as Sterling Bank, Association of Commonwealth Universities (ACU), the African Society of Cambridge University, Emotional Intelligence Skills Group, Thunderbird School of Global Management, Rungas Group, UN Women, Gallup, Women at Risk International Foundation (WARIF), University of Lagos (UNILAG), and University of Ibadan (UI).

We aim to transform up to 10,000 female leaders directly and indirectly in the next five years. Because we apply the transformational domino concept by ensuring that we admit high potential women into the program, we are confident that the BMGA Fellows will go on to transform young women in their respective networks. This will ensure that more women are equipped with skills that enable them to be active contributors to a gender-equal world.

The BMGA Way

Once selected, participants go through an intensive six-month learning experience that utilizes modern technological tools and resources to aid transformational learning. The program consists of 7 modules led by industry experts and professors from top universities across the world. With the use of live classes, TED talks, case studies, and other learning tools, participants are able to gain new insights into the skills required for the next Information Revolution. During the program, participants also actively engage in peer-to-peer mentoring with graduate students in top universities across the world.

Upon graduation, BMGA Fellows are inducted into an active Alumni network and attend periodic meet-ups to discuss pertinent issues within their industries and share inspiring solutions. Fellows also have the opportunity to receive post-program mentorship from senior-level professionals. The BMGA Fellows Program has been designed in a way that holistically transforms each participant into globally competitive professionals.

What Next?

Based on a survey of recent BMGA Fellows, 87.5% of Fellows gain core life skills applicable in professional settings and 95.8% develop competencies that are essential for career development through the program.

They have also developed self-confidence, critical thinking, problem-solving, communication skills, among others. Through discussions that address issues such as business ethics, women in leadership roles, entrepreneurship, colorism, gender-based violence in the workplace,  cross-cultural work contexts, and African history, Fellows have become better equipped for the global work environment.

Most significantly, the program has helped the Fellows to gain a network of individuals who have a global mindset and are willing to support one another to impact the world.

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the BMGA Fellows Program 2021

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UNDP Champions Of Trade For The SDGs: A Call To Ghana’s Youth!

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Application Deadline: April 16, 2021

Champions of Trade is awarded by UNDP in Partnership with the SDG Advisory Unit. The award is implemented by the Intelligent Capital. The SDG’s Advisory Unit of the Office of the President in partnership with the UNDP and supported by the Ministry of Trade and Industry, has just launched Champions of Trade for the SDGs. This competition is designed to nurture innovative ideas through which the AfCFTA can deliver the SDGs.

The core objectives of the Champions of Trade for the SDGs initiative are to promote continental trade among young African Innovators, Entrepreneurs, Agripreneurs and Startups and help the youth and especially women, to understand how important it is for everyone to be involved in achieving the broader objectives of the Africa Free Continental Trade Area (AfCFTA) agreement and especially so for the SDGs.

The Relationship Between The SDGS & AfCFTA

  • The purpose and strategic objectives of the SDGs and the AfCFTA are indivisible. The SDGs are about eradicating poverty, protecting our planet and they are about prosperity for all.
  • The AfCFTA is broadly about eradicating poverty, through inclusive growth, sustainable jobs and sustainable industrial development overall.
  • Both the SDGs and the AfCFTA are bold and ambitious initiatives, they are transformative at their core, they are about enlarging choices and opportunities for human development, they are about paradigm shifts and business ‘’as unusual’’.
  • Implemented effectively, both the AfCFTA and the SDGs are potentially game changers when it comes to sustainable development of Africa, and a brighter future for the continent and its people.
  • Cross-border trade in Africa is dominated by women, and dismantling the barriers to intra-African trade as the AfCFTA seeks to do, will provide the opportunity for million of women on the continent.
  • The AfCFTA and the SDGs are milestone initiatives and potential game-changers for Africa. The SDGs are about the World that We Want; and the AfCFTA is an important building block for the Africa that We Want.
  • Most especially highlighted in this campaign, is the purpose of the AfCFTA in achieving SDG #8 – “decent work and economic growth” and #9 – “Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure”.

Champions Of Trade For The SDGs – Who Can Participate?

Participation is open to all. With a mission to project the national interest, youth networks, innovation hubs and community/grass root organisations from across the 16 regions of Ghana are strongly encouraged to apply. Applications in the form of videos or text, will be accepted via the official website –www.championsoftradeghana.com

Selection Process

All submissions would go through a 1st stage prescreening with 3 innovative ideas being selected to represent each region during the competition.
At the 2nd Stage of the competition the selected 3 regional representatives would be tasked to work together to draw synergies from their ideas to develop a comprehensive model for making AfCFTA a people’s movement for the region they represent.

The Pitch

The 10 regional tasked teams would have an opportunity to pitch their ideas to a panel of judges through a video submission that brings on board the local context of how to make AfCFTA beneficial at the grassroot level.
The video submissions and recordings will be publicized as part of the sensitization campaign. Finalists would be selected based on the judgement of a panel of judges. .

Prize Award

Based on the popular acclamation and scores from the panel of judges, 3 out of the 16 tasked teams would be selected as finalists and awarded the seed fund of GHC 10,000 each.

Critical Timeline

  • March 15, 2021
    LAUNCH – CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS
  • March 15 – April 16, 2021
    APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED
  • April 16, 2021
    SUBMISSIONS CLOSE
  • April 17 – 22, 2021
    JUDGES REVIEW SUBMISSIONS. FINALISTS CONTACTED
  • April 23, 2021
    FINALISTS ANNOUNCED ON AIR TBC
  • April 30, 2021
    FINAL PITCH AND WINNERS ANNOUNCED

Please direct any questions related to the competition and application process to [email protected]

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the UNDP Champions Of Trade For The SDGs

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MEST and the Mastercard Foundation announce 14 Startups admitted to 2021 MEST Express Accelerator Alpha Cohort.

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MEST, in partnership with the Mastercard Foundation, has announced the admission of 14 startups for the first 2021 cohort of its MEST Express accelerator. Covering a wide range of industries from eCommerce and entertainment, to logistics and virtual reality, the companies will benefit from free training, tailored mentorship and have the opportunity to receive up to $10,000 in equity-free grant funding.

Over the course of 20-weeks, MEST Express will cover a range of business content for the startups, explicitly focusing on exploring business models and product pivots, improving risk and crises resilience, and becoming investment ready. Graduating startups will be poised for exponential business growth enabling them to mitigate risks, scale and onboard new talent, contributing to the
growing need for job creation among youth in Ghana.

Providing much-needed support for early-stage technology ventures within the local ecosystem, the MEST Express program focuses on delivering tailored hands-on interventions through rapid practical application in order to achieve tangible business outcomes for participating startups. Through its bespoke curriculum designed to address the needs of each startup, the goal of the accelerator is to equip these early-stage ventures with the necessary skills and resources to weather the ongoing pandemic. Through workshops and one-on-one sessions, mentors and sector experts will assist founders in addressing, and providing solutions to, their current challenges enabling them to accelerate growth through innovation.

Launched virtually in September 2020, in response to the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on early-stage ventures in Ghana, MEST Express is one of three new programs — Pre-MEST, MEST Express, and MEST Scale, that MEST is currently running in partnership with the Mastercard Foundation through Young Africa Works, a 10-year strategy of the Foundation to enable 3 million
young people in Ghana to access dignified and fulfilling work. Over the next 2 years, the US$3.5M project will enable MEST to scale its impact and reach exponentially more young people at more touch points along their entrepreneurial journey in Ghana, and in time, across the continent.

The 14 startups, selected from over 180 applications for the Alpha cohort of the MEST Express
program include:
● Ticketmiller – Ticketing platform for events and experiences
● Africa Global Radio – Online radio and multimedia studio producing diverse content aimed at the African continent and the diaspora
● Roots Digital – Logistics and eCommerce solution enabling door-to-door delivery for small and medium businesses across Africa
● Wi-flix – Online live streaming and video on demand site providing original African and international content to African audiences
● BlowApp – Advertising platform that connects advertisers to Social Media influencers
● Casting Africa – Casting platform and talent directory focused on connecting talents to jobs
● Ogaliya – Provides an all-inclusive digitalization support with little to no technical involvement of the business owner
● Klingbo – Management and learning system as well as an application for the administration, documentation, monitoring, reporting, and delivery of educational courses, training programs and development programs
● Plugnom – Web service provider for local businesses and brands that offers web services for locals who want to develop an online presence for their business
● Dobiison VR – Provides interactive virtual tours and dynamic digital experiences in the hospitality sector
● Tendo – Social commerce platform that enables social media users to sell online without investing any capital
● Stabus – Mobile app and USSD shortcode service that connects passengers with private and AC buses and enables them to ride across residential and commercial cities
● Kadi – Fintech solution that enables informal logistics providers in the construction, mining, and oil & gas to earn more, get paid quickly, and grow their business
● Eazyloop – AI powered procurement solution for businesses, with a focus on fast moving consumable goods industry (FMCGs)

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MEST/Mastercard Foundation Startup Creation training Program 2021 for young Ghanaian Entrepreneurs.

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Application Deadline: 30th April, 2021

MEST, in partnership with the Mastercard Foundation, have announced the launch of the Startup Creation program aimed at supporting young entrepreneurs to build, launch and scale software technology enabled ventures in Ghana. The program, to be run under the Pre-MEST program, will provide free training in entrepreneurship and startup development in response to growing demand for software entrepreneurs and entrepreneurial skills among young people in the country as well as provide the opportunity for participants to launch tech-enabled startups that solve local problems.

The Pre-MEST program, in partnership with the Mastercard Foundation and Young Africa Works, is currently looking for young people based in Ho, Kumasi, Bolga and Takoradi, Ghana, who have a keen interest in software entrepreneurship and a desire to build technology businesses, to join its first-ever cohort in Startup Creation to launch their own ventures. The course runs from May 17th – August 6th, 2021. 

Over the course of 12-weeks, participants in this cohort will be given the opportunity to go from business idea to business venture by learning the essential business, communication and technology skills needed to become software entrepreneurs and start a successful early-stage tech company. Upon completion of the course, participants will have the opportunity to launch startups.

Participants will also receive dedicated mentorship throughout the program, as well as attend workshops and sessions designed to improve employability through soft skills training. The 12-week in-person program is tuition-free and requires full-time dedication for the duration of the course. Successful graduates will receive certification upon completion and the opportunity to launch tech-enabled businesses.

Training will take place at the following locations:

Curriculum Overview

The Pre-MEST Startup Creation cohort curriculum will combine workshops with hands-on projects developed through a series of subject-focused sprints. Led in a bootcamp style, the participants develop relevant usable skills in technology and business. The Pre-MEST team will also give each cohort some learning work to complete before the program start date, to ensure they have the minimum skill levels to delve into projects and exercises from the first day. 

Course Topics

  • Market Research and Product Development
  • Business Modelling
  • Branding & Communications
  • Sales
  • Finance
  • Market Testing and Traction
  • Young people between the ages of 18 and 35 years
  • Must reside in Ghana, but can be from anywhere
  • Passionate about technology and entrepreneurship, and how to use technology to achieve business results
  • Has a tech-related business idea or willing to develop one
  • Preferably has past experience with entrepreneurship or within a startup environment
  • Disciplined, motivated and a self-starter who can work and deliver on assignments and projects
  • A team player that can thrive working independently as well as collaboratively
  • Should be able to commit full time for the duration of the course

Interested in applying? Please read the instructions below carefully before starting your application.

Please note – it is important that you complete all four steps and ensure you successfully submit your application by the deadline of April 30th, 2021. This application will then be considered for admission into the program. Should your application be successful, you will be contacted with information detailing how to move on to the next steps of the application process listed below.

Application Process

Here is how to apply:

Step 1. Join the Pre-learning Slack channel as well as the WhatsApp channel for the hub you wish to train at using the links below:

Step 2. Complete the Pre-MEST application form for the hub of your choice. Select the relevant hub below:

Pre-MEST Startup Creation – Cohort 1 application Form

Step 3. Complete these pre-learning courses on IBM and Google Learning Portals (you need to complete all to qualify for the program). Select either the ‘Tech’ or ‘Business/Communication’ track (not both) depending on your area of interest:

Tech Track Pre-Learning Courses

Business/Communication Track Pre-Learning Courses

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the MEST/Mastercard Foundation Startup Creation training Program 202

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BMZ African German Leadership Academy Training and Dialogue Programme 2021 for young professionals.

by OFA
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Application Deadline: March 12th 2021

BMZ African German Leadership Academy Training and Dialogue programme for young professionals from African partner countries

Between 26 April and 7 May 2021, the German Development Institute / Deutsches Institut für Entwick-lungspolitik offers a two weeks innovative digital training and dialogue programme for up to 25 young professionals from Côte d’Ivoire, Ethiopia, Ghana, Morocco, Senegal, Togo and Tunisia, who work in the area of sustainable development in government institutions, think tanks and research institutions, civil society and the private sector. The programme especially targets Germany’s reform partner countries in Africa, with which Germany cooperates in-depth regarding the structural conditions for economic
activity and job creation. The programme aims to provide leadership skills and knowledge needed for sustainable development, in accordance with the objectives of Africa’s Agenda 2063 and the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. The programme also offers networking opportunities with German and European stakeholders from various sectors and with representatives from African Institutions.

The Spring Academy 2021 takes place as a full-time digital programme. The programme is funded by the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ).

Requirements

Participants should

  • work for policy-relevant institutions, e.g. ministries or government agencies; research institutions or think tanks, business associations, civil society organizations or media outlets
  • have a passion for sustainable development and global cooperation
  • have a good command of English
  • be between 25 and 40 years old
  • have at least three years of work experience in a relevant field of sustainable development
  • be sensitive to other cultures and open to digital team work
  • have access to a laptop/computer and internet
  • be available for a full-time schedule between 26 April and 07 May 2021

What?

You are offered a two-weeks innovative digital
training, dialogue and networking programme
on leadership for sustainability. The programme

is organised and hosted by the German Devel-
opment Institute / Deutsches Institut für

Entwicklungspolitik and funded by the German
Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and
Development.

For Whom?

The programme addresses young professionals from African partner countries (Côte d’Ivoire, Ethiopia, Ghana, Morocco, Senegal, Togo, Tunisia) who work for sustainable development in various sectors: government institutions, think tanks, research/academia, civil society and the private sector.

When?

The Spring Academy takes place from 26 April to 7 May 2021 as a full-time online programme.

How?

The Spring Academy facilitates direct engagements with German institutions. It will use a variety of tools, such as Zoom, MS Teams and Mural. As far as necessary, participants will be equipped with individual licenses for these tools.

Application Procedure

  • Please send an email with a brief (around 200 words) statement of your motivation, your CV, and the confirmation of your employer (see last page of this text) until 12 March 2021 to Malika Yunussova ([email protected]). Kindly indicate in your email how/through whom you learnt about the Spring Academy 2021. Selected candidates will be contacted directly via e-mail until latest 31 March 2021.

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the BMZ African German Leadership Academy 2021

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Invest Your Talent in Italy CALL FOR SCHOLARSHIPS FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS (ACADEMIC YEAR 2018 - 2019
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Invest Your Talent in Italy Scholarships 2021/2022 for International students (Funded to study in Italy)

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Application Deadline: March 26th, 2021 until 12:00 (Midday, Italian Time).

Recognizing the importance of international students as a fundamental instrument for the internationalization of the Country, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation – Directorate General for Cultural and Economic Promotion and Innovation, ITA – Italian Trade Agency, and
Uni-Italia, with the support of Unioncamere (Italian Chambers of Commerce), and Confindustria (Confederation of Italian Industries), will award scholarships for academic year 2021-2022 in favor of international students interested in attending higher education courses in Italy within the framework of the
“ Invest Your Talent in Italy” Program. Scholarships are awarded for courses of Master’s degree (Laurea Magistrale or Master universitario) at
Italian Higher Education Institutes (state-owned institutions or institutions legally recognized by the relevant State authorities) that are part of the “Invest Your Talent in Italy” Program.

The Program is aimed at increasing cooperation between Italian universities and companies so as to boost their level of internationalization. It also allows young foreigner talents, formed in Italy in their respective operational sector, to access the Italian businesses that are part of the Program.

Academic qualifications
Applications may only be submitted by those candidates referred to in Articles 1 and 2 who hold the required academic qualifications (Bachelor’s Degree) to enroll in the chosen Master’s Degree Program (Laurea Magistrale or Master Universitario). Candidates must have completed their Bachelor’s Degree.

Age requirements
Applicants must have been born on or after January 1st, 1995, except those applying for a scholarship renewal.

Language skills
Candidates must submit an English language certificate as proof of their proficiency in English.
Candidates must hold at least a B2 level certificate within the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR).

TUITION FEES
Candidates who are granted a scholarship under the “Invest Your Talent in Italy” Program are exempted from the payment of tuition fees except for the Regional Tax for “Diritto allo Studio”, stampduty, any expense regarding accident insurance and/or civil liability, as well as the health insurance policy.

HEALTH AND MEDICAL INSURANCE
Grantees must subscribe a health insurance policy to bear any expenses due to illnesses or accident.

PAYMENT OF THE SCHOLARSHIP
Grantees will receive a 900,00 € monthly allowance on a quarterly basis, which will be paid on his/her Italian bank account.
Upon their arrival in Italy, students will be given detailed information about the payment procedures of the scholarship.
Disbursement procedure will begin at the end of each quarter. Individual payments will therefore commence after that period.

Candidates must provide the following documents:
 final transcript of all previous exams as well as the final grade (Bachelor’s Degree);
 students who have completed their Bachelor’s studies but have not yet received their Degree
Diploma – along with the final transcript of all previous exams – must also submit a document
from their University certifying that they have completed their Bachelor’s program and are
waiting for the Degree Diploma to be issued. This document must be issued through and signed
by a representative of the Academic Registrar’s Office;
 English language certificate (IELTS or TOEFL);
 Italian language certificate. It is not mandatory, but if submitted, it will receive a score.
 video about the candidate’s motivations (no longer than 1 minute);
 CV/resume;
 valid Passport.
An official translation into English, French or Spanish is required if the documents are in a language other than these three languages. Both the translated documents and the original copies must be provided.

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Meltwater Entrepreneurial School of Technology (MEST) Africa Entrepreneurial Training Program 2021/2022 for young African Entrepreneurs (Fully Sponsored)

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Application Deadline:29th April, 2021

MEST offers a 12-month graduate-level training to aspiring entrepreneurs across the African continent.

The entrepreneurial training program in business, communications and software development includes extensive hands-on project work, culminating in a final pitch and the chance to receive seed investment and grow businesses.

The successful world-class training program is run with the help of an internationally recognized faculty. Our teaching fellows hail from some of the best universities around the world like Oxford, Stanford, Harvard, etc. We also offer our entrepreneurs-in-training (EITs) the opportunity to be mentored by real-life Entrepreneurs, CEOs and other executives from all over the world. Guest lectures have been executives of Uber, Facebook, Safaricom, Samsung, Interswitch, and many more.

Since inception in 2008, MEST has invested over $22m in training over 350 individual entrepreneurs and funded 60+ software companies across Africa. MEST entrepreneurs have developed solutions addressing local, regional and global markets, received follow-on funding from global investors, and gotten into top accelerator programs such as Y-combinator, 500 startups and TechStars.

As COVID-19 has changed the way organizations operate around the world, causing travel restrictions and moving many workplaces to adopt digital solutions, the Training Program for 2022 will focus on entrepreneurs who live in Ghana and Nigeria.

Benefits

  • The MEST Training Program is fully-sponsored and requires no financial payments to MEST. This is a full-time program that requires you to be available to attend all classes and sessions.

Candidate Profile

  • A degree from a top university or Technical College or equivalent experience with at least two (2) years corporate and startup experience (preferred)
  • Deep skills in either communications, business or software development (from the onset or acquired during the Pre-Learning stage)
  • Young persons crazy about tech and entrepreneurship, and how to use technology to achieve business results
  • Should be ready to commit to a full residential program for a whole year
  • Disciplined, motivated self-starter who can work and deliver on assignments and projects – demonstrate this by completing the required Pre-Learning courses and MEST’s rigorous recruitment process
  • An entrepreneurial spirit and strong desire to start a company
  • Ability to communicate candidly and persuasively
  • Ability to work well in teams, proven academic or professional excellence
  • Demonstrated leadership abilities
  • Confident and independent thinking
  • Excellent people skills


Curriculum Overview

  • Building Sustainable Teams
  • Market Research
  • Product Development and Innovation
  • Revenue and Business Modeling
  • Branding and Communications
  • Marketing and Growth Hacking
  • Financial Management and Investments
  • Legal and Regulatory Compliance
  • Metrics and Measurements
  • Sales and Traction (achieving product/market fit)
  • Preparing for investments

Application steps

Step 1. Complete all these pre-learning courses:

  1. Intro to Agile
  2. Design Thinking for Beginners
  3. Enterprise Design Thinking Practitioner
  4. Web development
  5. HTML & CSS
  6. Javascript
  7. Git
  8. Fundamentals of Digital Marketing
  9. Business Modeling Canvas

Note: On completion of your first course on the IBM Digital Nation Africa portal, you will be guided to create an account on youracclaim.com. Once this is done, all subsequent badges earned from courses 1 – 7 will be automatically posted on to Acclaim. You can grab your profile link by clicking on the profile icon and selecting ‘view my profile’.

Step 2. Take an Aptitude Test

You are required to take the Aptitude Test as your score will be requested when filling your application form and will determine your move to the next stage. Please follow this link to take the test.

Step 3. Complete the MEST Training Program Application Form 

Please follow this link to complete the application form.

Applications close on April, 29th 2021. All assessments and the application form must be completed and submitted by this date. Selected candidates will be contacted for individual and group interviews. 

Important Dates

  • Applications open: 1st March, 2021
  • Applications close: 29th April, 2021
  • Program starts: 1st September 2021
  • Program ends: 31st August 2022

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the MEST Africa Entrepreneurial Training Program 2021/2022

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German-African Tandem Fellowships 2021/2022 (Junior/Senior) for African Researchers – University of Ghana

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Application Deadline: March 31, 2021, 24 h CET

The Maria Sibylla Merian Institute for Advanced Studies in Africa (MIASA) is broadly dedicated to research in the Humanities and Social Sciences, with ‘Sustainable Governance’ as its central, but by no means exclusive topic. Overarching aims of MIASA are working towards a reduction of global asymmetries in knowledge production and bridging the cultural divide between anglophone, francophone and lusophone Africa. MIASA, established in 2018, serves as a hub for exchange, networking and collaboration amongst leading researchers from Germany, Ghana, the African and European continents, and beyond. It is located on the beautiful campus of the University of Ghana in Legon (Accra). 

The Institute offers time and space for supporting innovative academic projects in the Humanities and Social Sciences of top international quality. MIASA supports these projects via different kinds of fellowships: individual fellowships, tandem fellowships with one tandem partner from Germany and the other from Africa, and fellowships as members of so-called Interdisciplinary Fellow Groups. From 2021 until 2026, MIASA will grant some 20 fellowships per year in total. 

The present call is for one tandem fellowship within the period between 15 January and 31 July 2022: To promote cross-continental dialogue and exchange, MIASA is accepting applications for a tandem fellowship (3-5 months) at the University of Ghana. This will allow the researchers who are teaming up to pursue a joint academic project, which can be of an opening, continuing, or closing nature. Two researchers – one from Africa and one from Germany – will work in a collaborative manner on a particular research topic in the Humanities and Social Sciences, addressing in one way or another MIASA’s overarching aims. Their joint application must highlight the additional academic value of their cooperation. The application should also define the objectives and anticipated outcomes of their collaboration.

The successful applicants will become MIASA Fellows for 3-5 months within the period from 15 January to 31 July 2022 with all the corresponding rights and obligations for the requested funding period. Key among the obligations is that MIASA fellows are required to spend the bulk of their fellowship in residence at MIASA at the University of Ghana.

Fellowships will be awarded to researchers of top academic quality with an innovative and high quality research topic. The selection of fellows is undertaken by the distinguished international Academic Advisory Board of MIASA.

The fellows’ salary costs will be met by MIASA for every full fellowship month on the principle of “no loss, no gain,” and paid directly to his/her home institution. External fellows, i.e. fellows from outside University of Ghana will, in addition, receive a monthly expense allowance of max. 675 €, which will be paid directly to them. The exact rates paid depend on the living situation of each fellow and will be negotiated individually.

Non-affiliated fellows, i.e. fellows without current employment, will receive a monthly grant, which will be paid directly to them. Non-affiliated senior fellows (more than 6 years after completion of their PhD) receive a monthly grant of max. 2.000 € in total. Non-affiliated junior fellows (up to 6 years after having been awarded their PhD) will receive a monthly grant of max. 1.200 €. The exact rates paid depend on the living situation of each fellow and will be negotiated individually.

For all external fellows, MIASA will provide accommodation and reimburse travel costs.

To promote the joint research, a shared research cost contribution of max. 500€/fellow month can be granted upon application to the directorate, e.g. for conducting field research or organizing a small academic event, like a workshop.

The Institute provides its fellows with modern office space and an up-to-date infrastructure. Fellows have full access to all library services at the University of Ghana and, electronically, at the University of Freiburg, Germany. Note: A full-time presence of fellows at MIASA for the fellowship period is expected. Periods of leave need to be negotiated with the MIASA directors prior to the signing of the fellowship agreements, and must not exceed 1/6 of the total fellowship period. 

The Institute supports academic exchange across existing boundaries: between disciplines, between different cultures and countries, between established and younger researchers. Furthermore, MIASA engages in activities opening the research community to society, politics, and the arts. Fellows will be part of this community and profit from the lively research environment of the university. Note, therefore, that applicants should indicate how they are planning to contribute to the activities at MIASA and, more broadly, to the academic life at the University of Ghana.

MIASA is committed to inclusion, gender equality, and family friendliness. The MIASA fellowship program thus aims for gender parity, is promoting affirmative action policies, and is striving to provide family-friendly conditions for its fellows.

Applications

Applications can be submitted both in English and in French. The completed application form together with the required documents has to be uploaded on the application webpage (https://frias.wufoo.com/forms/kwrce91135uncd/) and submitted by March 31, 2021; 24.00 h CET.

Information on the application and selection process (required documents, eligibility criteria, evaluation criteria, timeline and stages of the selection process) is provided in the Application Guidelines for Tandem Fellowships.

Eligibility

Eligible for application are early career researchers (up to 6 years after having been awarded their PhD) and senior researchers (more than 6 years after completion of their PhD) from Germany and Africa in a relevant discipline of the Humanities or the Social Sciences.

Therefore, applicants for a junior fellowship must have been awarded their PhD between 1 April 2015 and 31 March 2021; only applicants who completed their PhD on 31 March 2015 or earlier can apply for a senior fellowship. Relevant is the date on the official PhD certificate. 

For More Information:

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MEST Express Acceleration Program 2021 for early & growth stage Ghanaian tech startups

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Application Deadline:7th February, 2021.

MEST, in partnership with Mastercard Foundation’s Young Africa Works, is currently accepting applications for the first 2021 cohort of its newly-launched MEST Express accelerator. The program offers free training, mentorship, resources and support to participating startups, as well as the opportunity to receive up to $20,000 in equity-free grant funding.

Launched in September 2020, in response to the impact of COVID-19 on early-stage ventures, MEST Express is a program aimed at technology startups operating in Ghana. The goal of the accelerator is to equip early-stage tech startups with the necessary skills and resources to weather the COVID-19 pandemic. 

In partnership with the Mastercard Foundation’s Young Africa Works strategy, MEST launched three
new programs in 2020 — Pre-MEST, MEST Express, and MEST Scale. The US$3.5M project will
enable MEST to scale its impact and reach exponentially more young people at more touch points
along their entrepreneurial journey in Ghana, and in time, across the continent.

MEST Express will cover a range of business content for the startups but explicitly focus on exploring
business models and product pivots, improving risk and crises resilience, and becoming increasingly
investment ready. Graduating Express startups will be poised for exponential business growth, and
ready to onboard new talent. The program, which is tuition-free, will improve the resilience of MSMEs
operating in Ghana that have been impacted by COVID-19 by enhancing business practices and
technical know-how to ramp up traction, gain market share, boost sales, and create meaningful jobs.
The program is designed to deliver tailored hands-on interventions that are focused on rapid practical
application and tangible business outcomes.

Key Dates
● Applications open – 6th January, 2021
● Applications close – 7th February, 2021
● Program starts – 22nd February, 2021
● Program ends – 16th July, 2021
Application Process
For the 2021 “Alpha” cohort, MEST Express is looking to recruit and admit pre-seed to seed stage
startups, currently operational in Ghana, that are generating revenue, can demonstrate traction, and
have been in operation for between 1-3 years. Founders should be able to communicate clear value
propositions and customer segmentation regarding their businesses. While this cohort is industry
agnostic and open to startups in any sector, businesses must at least be digital or tech-enabled.
Startups that meet these requirements, regardless of their business model or end-customers, are
encouraged to apply.
Startups that wish to apply for the program are to complete the following steps:
● Create an F6S account
● Apply using the official application form on F6S
Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview after which final candidates will be sent an
offer letter to join the program. All participating companies admitted to the program are selected by a
team of industry experts in the Ghanaian and wider African tech ecosystem.

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the MEST Express Acceleration Program 2021

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African Science Academy 2021 for female Ghanaian science SHS graduates

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Application Deadline: January 31st 2021

The African Science Academy (ASA) is a girls-only Advanced Level school for maths and science., founded by African Gifted Foundation. Established in 2016, ASA is a boarding school for young women from across Africa with outstanding maths and science potential. In just one academic year, our students complete globally respected Cambridge International A Levels in Maths, Further Maths and Physics.

Scholarships

ASA is searching for excellence. Therefore, no student that we select will be turned away because they cannot afford our fees and we encourage applications from promising young scientists whatever their financial circumstances.

We provide needs-based scholarships to all of our students to cover tuition fees and boarding costs.

To apply to a scholarship, please fill out this form and send it along with your application form.

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the African Science Academy 2021

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Educational Pathways International Scholarships 2020/2021 for young Ghanaians.

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Application Deadline: 5th February, 2021

Educational Pathways International is a foundation that offers a Four-year Scholarship to Brilliant but Needy Students to enable them to pursue their University Education in their respective Countries.

ELIGIBILITY:

The Scholarship is opened to all Ghanaian students in their 1st, 2nd, and 3rd years, who are Brilliant but Needy Students of KNUST and who are pursuing a full time programme.

REQUIREMENTS:

The minimum grade for prospective continuing student applicants must be a least Second Class Upper. First year applicants should have a WASSCE result /aggregate of at least Nine (9).

All prospective applicants are to include the following documents in their applications:

  1. Admission Letter
  2. Acceptance Letter
  3. WASSCE Certificate
  4. High School Transcripts or all Terminal reports.
  5. Recommendation letters and other awards or certificates (if any).
  6. Continuing student applicants should also add their complete University Academic Transcripts, (including current – Second Semester results).

CONTINUING STUDENTS who are beneficiaries of other scholarships are not eligible to apply.

Application Form and other detailed information should be downloaded from the University Website (Here!), or the Donor’s website (Here!).

PLEASE NOTE:

  • All documents must be in a sealed envelope with the Applicant’s name, programme and phone number boldly written on it.
  • Submission of documents should be done at the Students Affairs and Financial Services (Room 19/20) at the Dean of Students Office, J Harper Building.
  • Any write-up should be typed with the font Times New Roman, size 12 and double-spaced.
  • No Application will be accepted after the deadline. Only shortlisted applicants will be called for interview.    

For any further enquiries, contact the Students Affairs and Financial Services Office.

Closing Date for Submission: Applications are to be submitted on or before Friday, 5th February, 2021 at 4.00 pm for both the continuing and fresh students.

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the Educational Pathways International Scholarships 2020/2021

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Johnson & Johnson Global Mental Health Scholarships 2021/2022 for study at London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine.

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Application Deadline: Sunday 21 March 2021

The MSc Global Mental Health course is a joint programme provided by the London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine (LSHTM) and the Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology & Neuroscience, King’s College London(KCL). The programme of study aims to provide students with the knowledge and skills to initiate, develop and oversee mental health programmes and/or policies in low-resource settings, as well as to conduct and critically evaluate research on global mental health. These skills and knowledge will make it possible for students to make valuable contributions in the domains of research, policy and practice as they relate to the discipline of global mental health. 

Award

The Janssen Global Mental Health Scholarship Fund was launched in 2012 through a generous donation from Janssen Pharmaceutica (part of the Johnson & Johnson Family of Companies). In 2018, the Johnson & Johnson Scholarship Fund was launched, providing an additional 18 scholarships over five years. This is an annual award until 2022 (for 2022-23 academic year).

London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine is offering up to four Johnson & Johnson Global Mental Health Scholarships to students accepted onto the 2021-22 MSc Global Mental Health programme.

Each scholarship will cover:

  • full tuition fees at the KCL overseas fee rate; and
  • a stipend (living allowance) of GBP 17,400.00; and
  • an allowance of GBP 500.00 for MSc project expenses.

Eligibility for funding

Applicants must be nationals of, and ordinarily resident in, one of the following countries:

  • Africa: Ghana, Kenya, Nigeria, Rwanda, South Africa
  • South East Asia: Indonesia, Philippines, Thailand, Vietnam
  • South America: Nicaragua, Peru

This list cannot be changed, and is not negotiable, and therefore we are unable to consider applicants from other countries for this particular scholarship scheme.

Applicants from non-English speaking countries (as specified by the Home Office – UKVI) must meet the minimum English Language Requirements (see Band D) if shortlisted for this funding. Applicants who have been shortlisted for this funding will be required to provide proof of English language proficiency by 23:59 (BST) on Wednesday 26 May 2021 for their scholarship application to be considered any further.

How to apply

To apply for this funding applicants should complete both steps outlined below by the deadlines noted.

Step 1

Submit an application for study for the MSc Global Mental Health programme, with all required documents, through the King’s College London online application portal by 23:59 (GMT) on Sunday 14 February 2021.

Step 2

Submit an online scholarships application, selecting this scholarship option from the drop-down menu by 23:59 (GMT) on Sunday 21 March 2021. The scholarship application must include the following uploaded documents

  • Either of the following two:
    • Proof of your application submission for MSc in Global Mental Health for 2021-21 (This can be a PDF document or screenshot of your submission confirmation email dated on or before Sunday 14 February 2021); or
    • Letter of Offer from KCL, for 2021-22 MSc Global Mental Health programme; and
  • English Proficiency score results if you have this already. (If you do not yet have suitable English proficiency score results these must be obtained and submitted before 23:59 (BST) on Wednesday 26 May 2021 (see further details below).

Please note that incomplete applications for either step will not be considered.

Important application information

Step 1: Programme/study application

  • Applicants are strongly encouraged to submit an application for study to KCL as soon as possible, and as far in advance of the scholarship deadline as possible.
  • Incomplete applications will not be considered for this funding. Incomplete applications includes those with missing supplementary documentation at either/both steps 1 and 2 above.
  • Please ensure you pay careful attention to the content of your personal statement on your programme/study application. KCL provides the following guidance: ‘We do not normally invite applicants for interview and so the clarity and relevance of the information you provide in your personal statement is of considerable importance to us. In particular, we would like you to describe your academic background and any relevant clinical or research interests, your reasons for applying to our particular postgraduate programme and what you hope to gain from the training we offer, and how you intend to use the knowledge and skills you acquire to further your clinical or research ambitions.’
  • Applicants and their referees must be specific about the applicant’s responsibilities and accomplishments in the KCL application programme/study application, as these will be used in the decision-making process.
  • Applicants who have programme-specific questions please contact Ritsuko Kakuma (MSc Global Mental Health Programme Director based at LSHTM) by email.

Step 2: Online scholarship application

  • For any queries about the application process, scholarship requirements or application deadline, please contact the LSHTM Scholarships team via email: [email protected]
  • Applicants who encounter any technical difficulties whilst using the online scholarships application form should, in the first instance, try clearing their browser cache and ensuring that they are using the latest version of Chrome, Firefox, Internet Explorer or Safari. If this does not fix the technical issue, please contact LSHTM’s IT Services team, providing the full name of the applicant; the scholarship that is being applied for; and the technical issue that has been encountered. Please also attach a screen shot where possible: [email protected].
  • Each applicant should submit only one application for the Johnson & Johnson Global Mental Health Scholarships for 2021-22. We would therefore encourage applicants to check carefully their online application and attachment before submission, as the first application submitted will be the one considered and there will be no opportunity to upload any documents after submission.
  • By applying for this funding applicants agree to its terms and conditions.
  • Incomplete applications will not be considered for this funding. Incomplete applications include those with missing supplementary documentation at either/both Steps 1 and 2 above. Both the application to study and the scholarship application must be complete by the specified deadlines.

Funding selection process

Shortlisted candidates for the scholarship funding will be invited for interviews, which may be held in person or by telephone or Skype/Zoom.

Timeline

Application deadline

The deadlines for applications to be considered for the Johnson & Johnson Scholarship Global Mental Health Scholarships are:

  1. For KCL Admissions application: 23:59 (GMT) on Sunday 14 February 2021
  2. For Scholarships application: 23:59 (GMT) on Sunday 21 March 2021

Shortlisting outcome

Notification of the results of shortlisting stage and invitations for an interview will be made by the week beginning Monday 26 April 2021 at the latest.

Interviews

Interviews will typically be held in the first half of May.

Deadline for proof of English language proficiency

If you have been shortlisted for interview and you have not yet submitted your proof of meeting the English Language Requirements, this must be submitted by 23:59 (BST) on Wednesday 26 May 2021 at the latest. A relevant English language test result must have been either uploaded via your KCL admissions application or via the J&J Scholarship application on the relevant portals at the time of submission or sent in by email to MSc Global Mental Health Programme Director, Ritsuko Kakuma, by this deadline. No proof of English language proficiency by this date will mean applicants are no longer eligible for this funding. This is non-negotiable. Those not having submitted this by this time will no longer be considered for the scholarship.

Final decisions

Notification of final result of your application will be made by Tuesday 1 June 2021.Share

For More Information:

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Eni Scholarships 2021/2022 for Master’s study at St Antony’s College, University of Oxford, UK (Fully Funded)

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Application Deadline:2nd March 2021.

St Antony’s College, University of Oxford, in partnership with the international integrated energy company Eni, is offering up to three students from Angola, Ghana, Mozambique, Nigeria, or the Republic of the Congo (Congo-Brazzaville) the opportunity to study for a fully funded degree in 2021/22.

This scholarships will allow St Antony’s to admit up to three of the best African students irrespective of means and will add immeasurably to the diverse and intellectual character of the College. This is part of a joint initiative between Eni & St Antony’s College to invest in and strengthen African leadership.

St Antony’s and Eni are equally keen to provide encouragement and where possible, structured incentives for Eni Scholars to continue their studies or find useful employment back in their home country after graduating from Oxford. Discussions about this are ongoing and scholars will be informed of relevant contacts and partnerships as they emerge.

Eligibiity Requirements

  • The scholarships are open to applicants who are ordinarily resident in Angola, Ghana, Mozambique, Nigeria, and the Republic of the Congo (Congo-Brazzaville). Preference will be given to applicants whose first degree is from an African university.
  • The scholarships will be awarded on the basis of both academic merit and potential and financial need. Preference will be given to applicants who have clear ambitions to use their accumulated learning to benefit their home country after graduation.
  • Please ensure you meet the requirements for entry to your course, including English language requirements. See the University’s course guide for more information.

Applicants must apply for admission to one of the following eligible courses:

1 year Master’s courses

  • MSc African Studies
  • MSc Economic & Social History
  • MSc Economics for Development
  • MSc Global Governance and Diplomacy

Benefits

  • 100% of fees, and an annual grant for living costs. The stipend for courses with different durations will be adjusted accordingly. 
  • The scholarship also covers one economy return airfare from your home country to the UK at the start and end of your course.

How to Apply


In order to be considered for the scholarship, please follow these three steps:  

  1. Read the information on this webpage carefully.   
  2. Apply online to the University of Oxford for one of the eligible courses as listed above. You must submit your application for graduate study to the University by the January deadline  (8th or 22nd January 2021 depending on the programme applied to – check the University’s guidance on application deadlines) and you must have secured a place on your chosen programme of study by the final completion date (2nd March 2021). It would help if you select St Antony’s College in the college choice section of the application form, though this is not compulsory.
  3. Once you have applied to the University, please complete the online Eni Scholarship application form which is available at the bottom of this page The deadline for submission of the form is 5pm, UK time, on 2nd March 2021.

Please note that incomplete and ineligible applications will not be considered for an Eni Scholarship. 

How will I know if I have been successful?

We expect to be able to email successful candidates by the end of June 2021. If you have not been contacted by then, please assume that your application has not been successful on this occasion. 

If you have any questions about this scholarship which are not answered above, please email the Senior Registry Administrator     

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the Eni Scholarships 2021/2022

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GNPC Ghana Local Undergraduate Scholarships 2020/2021 for Ghanaian students.

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Application Deadline: December 31st 2020

The GNPC Ghana Local Undergraduate Scholarships is open to eligible Year one and continuing Ghanaian Students pursuing undergraduate studies at any accredited tertiary institution in Ghana.

Eligibility:

  • Applicants must be Ghanaian
  • Must have obtained admission to pursue an undergraduate degree program at any accredited tertiary institution
  • Persons with disability (Applicants with any form of disability are required to upload a medical certificate stating the level/seriousness of disability)

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the GNPCGhana Local Undergraduate Scholarships 2020/2021

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The Flutterwave Barter Student Ambassador Program 2020/2021 for students across Africa (Earn up to $1500)

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Application Deadline: Ongoing

The Barter Student Ambassador Program is an exclusive community of young, smart, and influential students in some of the leading universities across the world such as Princeton University, University of Cape Town, Ashesi University, University of Nairobi, University of Lagos, and Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology, among others.

This opportunity is currently open to students enrolled in university degree programs. As an undergrad, postgrad or PhD student, you can join the Barter Ambassador program at your school, refer others, and make money.

Barter Ambassadors must be:

  • Currently enrolled in a college or university in a country where you can use Barter. (See list of countries)
  • Pursuing an undergraduate, postgraduate, PhD or any program spanning a minimum of 1 year.
  • Passionate about business and technology.
  • An active member of a number of student groups, clubs and associations on your campus.

What will Ambassadors do?

Ambassadors are required to:

  • Commit at least 6 months of their academic year to the ambassador program.
  • Commit at least a minimum of an hour per week for meetings or the training program.
  • Be reliable and punctual.

How you will spend your time as a Barter Ambassador

  • Get other students to sign up on Barter.
  • Promote barter at on-campus events when such events are held at your university.
  • Spread Barter goodwill to your fellow students.
  • Check with program directors periodically as communicated.
  • Collect feedback and help improve Barter for our users.

Benefits

By joining the Barter Ambassador program, you will be able to:

  • Enhance your professional development, leadership, technical and communication skills.
  • Access internship opportunities with Flutterwave or any of our clients who need interns.
  • Access mentorship by experts from Flutterwave.
  • Obtain a certificate of recognition.
  • Participate in special Flutterwave events and product trainings.
  • Incorporate your own ideas and support in a creative environment.
  • Earn money while in school.

Apply Now for the Flutterwave Barter Student Ambassador Program

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the Flutterwave Barter Student Ambassador Program

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GrEEn Incubation and Acceleration Programme 2021 for young Ghanaian Entrepreneurs

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Application Deadline:  29 January 2021.

The Boosting Green Employment and Enterprise Opportunities in Ghana (GrEEn) project is a four-year action from the European Union, the Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands in Ghana, SNV Netherlands Development Organisation and the United Nations Capital Development Fund (UNCDF). The project aims at creating greater economic and employment opportunities for youth, women and returning migrants by promoting and supporting sustainable, green businesses in two selected regions in Ghana: Ashanti and Western.

GrEEn is implemented under the European Union Emergency Trust Fund (EUTF) for Africa. 

As part of your application to join the project, we are asking you to complete an application form. When you are selected to participate in the project, you will be requested to provide additional detailed information about you. This form is intended to seek your consent before any data is collected on you and your business. 

The GrEEn incubation and acceleration programmes aim at serving and strengthening enterprises in:

  • Eco-inclusive business model development
  • Financial management
  • Product development
  • Access to Finance
  • Market development and linkages
  • Business regulatory compliance
  • Investment readiness (under the Acceleration Programme)

The programmes consist of;

  • Online and offline training sessions in business model development, leadership, financial management, marketing and sales, etc.
  • Coaching and mentoring by industry experts and successful businessmen/women
  • Pitching sessions with investors and financial institutions
  • Opportunity to compete for a matching grant from the GrEEn challenge fund

Why participate?

  • Get 6 months business development support from our partner hubs
  • Get access to industry experts and successful businessmen/women (local and international) who will serve as mentors
  • Improved access to funding – through innovative financial services as crowdfunding, concessional financing, etc.
  • Market linkages to complementary service providers and actors in the green ecosystem  
  • Peer-to-peer networking and exchanges
  • Expert support to achieve business growth and expansion (Acceleration Programme)

Requirements

  • The owner(s) of the business must be aged 15-35 years. (*Women can be above the age of 35 but no older than 40)
  • The business must have an innovative product or service in the Agriculture, Renewable Energy and Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) sector
  • The entrepreneur must be resident and have their business located in the Ashanti or Western Region for at least 6 months
  • The business must have a green or eco-inclusive model  
  • The start-up must have a high potential for job creation among youth
  • The business must have been registered for at least two years. Exceptions will be made for unregistered businesses with a proof of concept of an innovative solution or product.The business can be for-profit or not-for profit, but the product/service offered must be financially viable
  • The entrepreneur must be available for the duration of the programme and must be able to attend at least 80% of all programme activities.
  • The entrepreneur must not be engaged in any conflicting programme for the duration of the incubation programme. A conflicting programme may be another programme providing incubation and acceleration and/or business development services.

Selection Criteria

  • All applications submitted to GrEEn are assessed
  • GrEEn staff, its partner hubs and external experts review the applications according to a standard set of criteria
  • Those SMEs that pass the initial screening will be invited to complete a more detailed application form
  • SMEs that are shortlisted will be invited to an interview: a panel consisting of GrEEn staff, its partner hubs and external experts will discuss the business idea and model in detail with the applicants. The judges will score applicants according to a set of selection criteria.

For More Informaiton:

Visit the Official Webpage of the GrEEn Incubation and Acceleration Programme 2021

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U. S. Department of State exchange Community College Initiative (CCI) Program 2021/2022 for technical and vocational students (Fully Funded to USA)

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Application Deadline: Varying by Country

The Community College Initiative (CCI) is a U. S. Department of State exchange program for technical and vocational students.  The CCI program provides participants with a non-degree, academic-year program at a U.S. community college designed to build participants’ technical skills in applied fields, enhance their leadership capabilities, and strengthen their English language proficiency.  Participants do not need to be current Technical, Vocational Education and Training (TVET) college or University of Technology students to apply, though they are welcome. 

The program runs on the U.S. academic calendar (August to May) and applications are usually accepted during October-November annually.

Participants study in one of the following eligible fields: agriculture, applied engineering, business management and administration, early childhood education, information technology, media, public safety, and tourism and hospitality management.

CCI Program participants are recruited from historically underrepresented and underserved communities. After completing the program, participants return home with new skills and expertise to help them contribute to the economic growth and development of their country.

Requirements:

All applicants must:

  • Be 18 years old at the start of the program         
  • Have a diploma from a secondary school
  • Possess a basic knowledge of English
  • Desire to build professional and leadership skills to contribute to the development of their home communities
  • Be able to begin the academic exchange program in the United States in July 2020
  • Meet country-specific requirements

The recruitment  and nomination of candidates in the eligible countries is administered by the Fulbright Commission or the Public Affairs Section of the U.S. Embassy. CCI awards are not Fulbright awards

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the U. S. Department of State exchange Community College Initiative (CCI) Program 2021/2022

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UBA National Essay Competition 2020 for senior secondary school students in Ghana (USD$ 10,000 in Scholarships)

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Application Deadline: November 30th 2020

UBA Foundation, the CSR arm of the United Bank for Africa (UBA) Plc, announces the commencement of the 2020 edition of the National Essay Competition (NEC) for senior secondary school students in Ghana. The NEC provides a competitive platform to develop the intellectual and writing abilities of senior secondary school students in Ghana. Winners get educational grants to study in any African University of their choice.


Essay Topic

 “You have been given the opportunity to speak at the UN General Assembly meeting in New York on the challenges facing Education of the African youth in the midst of the novel Coronavirus pandemic.” – Write your speech

Benefits

  • 1st Prize: $5000 
  • 2nd Prize: $3000
  • 3rd Prize: $2000

(Or it’s local currency equivalent towards tuition/fees in any University in Africa)

Submission Guideline

  • Applicants should upload the scanned copy of their handwritten essay of not more than seven hundred and fifty words on the topic and send essay entries to UBA Foundation, United Bank for Africa (Ghana) Ltd, Heritage Tower, PMB 29 Ministries-Accra, Ghana or click the button below.
  • You can also deliver your essay application to a UBA branch near you.
  • Applicants must submit their complete contact information (name & address of school, telephone number, residential and email addresses).
  • Applicants must attach photocopies of their original birth certificates or international passport data pages.

Late entries will not be accepted.
Applicants must be Senior High School students schooling in Ghana.

The educational grant is only applicable to applications who intend to study in an African University.

The decision of the judge is final.

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the UBA National Essay Competition 2020

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Standard Chartered Futuremakers Youth to Work Programme 2020 for young people across Africa.

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Application Deadline:16th November 2020.

Youth to Work is the flagship employability programme within Futuremakers by Standard Chartered, the Bank’s global initiative to tackle inequality and promote greater economic inclusion for young people in local communities. The programme is funded by the Standard Chartered Foundation (SCF) and delivered by Challenges Worldwide to support young professionals become catalysts for positive change in business and communities across Zambia, Ghana and Uganda.

The objective of the Youth to Work programme is to position and equip young people with skills and opportunities to create economic and employment changes across the economy for sustainable and measurable impact. The Junior Associates will be trained in key accredited business, consultancy and employability skills and will be placed in small and growing businesses (SGBs) to provide on-site business development, growth, and resilience support co-created with the enterprise top management. In addition, young people will be equipped with key skills for employment and/or entrepreneurship that will be used to support the wider ecosystem, other young people, and their communities

Junior Associates will undertake a 4-month consultancy placement in an SGB, where they will:

  • Assess the enterprise’s strengths and areas for development
  • Develop an action plan to help the enterprise to improve, and develop their resilience.
  • Work closely with the leadership team to deliver the action plan
  • Facilitate network strengthening activities which improve the SGBs partnerships, communication and opportunities.
  • Deliver key entrepreneurship and employment readiness workshops to other youth and university students across Lusaka

As a Youth to Work Junior Associate, you will be provided with:

  • Comprehensive training programme in professional consulting and business improvement skills, using Chartered Management Institute learning modules.
  • Ongoing training and continual professional development support from Challenges during your enterprise placement
  • Access to best-practice resources to guide you on placement.
  • An unprecedented opportunity to gain valuable insight into all areas of an enterprise and work alongside their senior management team to develop an action plan
  • An opportunity to develop your current skill set with the view to improving your employability after the programme.
  • The opportunity to complete an internationally-recognised Chartered Management Institute Level 5 professional qualification to accredit your new skills after successful completion of the programme.
  • A monthly stipend to cover expenses related to your placement.

Eligibility Criteria
• Be 21-30 years or (21-35 for persons with disability).
• Hold a relevant university degree OR have a sound understanding of finance for business, demonstrated through previous work
experience
• Interest in small business development and entrepreneurship
• Excellent communication, critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Competent in the use of Microsoft Office packages especially Excel and Word.
• Previous internships and voluntary work experience are an added advantage
• Ability to travel to training and work placement in Kampala. (successful candidates based outside Kampala will have to find
accommodation within Kampala)
• Ability to commit to a 5-month full time placement and 2 weeks training
• Must be fluent in both written and verbal English.

Should you meet the criteria stated, you will compete for an invitation to an assessment day where you will be assessed under the following competencies:

  • Communication
  • Critical thinking
  • Understanding the bigger picture
  • Planning and managing work
  • Managing relationships

PLEASE NOTE

If selected, you will be expected to:

  • Travel to and from the business placement location as well as the training place
  • Commit 100% of your time during the placement.
  • You will be held to a code of conduct throughout the programme placement, which will be made available to you upon final selection.

** The Youth to Work programme is an inclusive and equal opportunity programme. Female candidates and persons with disability are encouraged to apply. At no stage of the application process will candidates be required to pay any fees. The placement is not a paid position, although a small stipend is offered to help with expenses during the 4-month placement. 

ONCE SUCCESSFUL;

1. You will be required to travel to and from the business placement location as well as the training place

2. You will be required to commit 100% of your time during the placement.

3. You will be held to a code of conduct throughout the program placement, which will be made available to you at the first day of your training.

The placement is not a paid position, although a small stipend is offered to help with travel costs during the placement.

Zambia

Application Form

Complete this form and return it to Stanley Nyirenda at [email protected]  by midnight on 16th November 2020. Please ensure that before filling this form, you have read the programme information or visited our website at thechallengesgroup.com/youthtowork/ for more information.

Answer all questions to the best of your knowledge, incomplete forms will not be considered. Please attach your CV (2 pages maximum) and any relevant academic documents to this application when submitting. Rename all documents submitted with your full name.

Ghana: 13th November 2020

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the Standard Chartered Futuremakers Youth to Work Programme 2020

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Google Student Training in Engineering Program (STEP) Internship 2021 for undergraduate students

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Application Deadline:  11th December 2020. 

Google is invested in increasing the number of future computer scientists and software developers, particularly those who are historically underrepresented in the field. Many aspiring computer scientists could benefit from a program that bridges the gap between academic study and a professional internship.

The Student Training in Engineering Program (STEP) aims to do just that. The 12 week program offers students the opportunity to work on a software project alongside another STEP intern, with the support of full-time Googlers and a mentor. You will also attend trainings to enhance your technical and professional skills.

Participation in the internship program requires that you are located in one of the specific country locations identified for this role for the duration of the internship program. We will discuss and agree with you what country this will be during the recruitment process.

This internship is intended for students in their first or second year of an accredited full-time degree program in Computer Science or related technical fields, with an anticipated graduation date between 2023 and 2025. Google especially encourage applications from students in underrepresented in the engineering and tech industry. For students graduating in 2021 and 2022, Google encourage you to apply to the Software Engineering or Site Reliability Internship.

Note: By applying to this position your application is automatically submitted to the following locations: 

Cairo, Cairo Governorate, Egypt; Dubai – United Arab Emirates; Accra, Ghana; Nairobi, Kenya; Lagos, Nigeria; Moscow, Russia; İstanbul, Turkey; Kyiv, Ukraine, 02000

Minimum qualifications:

  • Currently in your first or second year of a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related technical field.
  • Programming experience in either Java, C++ or Python.

Preferred qualifications:

  • Available for a full-time 12-week internship from 5th July to 24th September 2021.
  • Returning to a full-time Bachelor’s degree for a minimum of two years after completing the Summer 2021 internship.
  • Experience in programming outside of your university course.
  • Interest and ability to learn other coding languages as needed.
  • Ability to speak and write in English fluently.


Responsibilities

  • Apply knowledge gained in computer science courses to real-world challenges.
  • Complete a challenging technical project with a team of Googlers and other STEP interns.
  • Enhance your coding by using new tools and programming languages.
  • Attend training sessions to build your professional skills and to help set you up for success.
  • You will be matched with a Google engineer to mentor you throughout the internship.

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the Google Student Training in Engineering Program 2021

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British Council Study UK GREAT Scholarships 2020/2021 for postgraduate study in the United Kingdom (Funded)

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Application Deadline: varying by institution

If you are a citizen of Bangladesh, China, Egypt, Ghana, India, Indonesia, Kenya, Malaysia, Mexico, Nepal, Pakistan, Sri Lanka or Thailand, who is dreaming of studying for a postgraduate degree in the UK, but need help funding your studies – find out more about GREAT Scholarships.

GREAT Scholarships offers eight scholarships from UK universities, across a variety of subjects for students from eligible countries. Each scholarship is worth a minimum of £10,000 towards tuition fees for a one-year postgraduate course. 

The scholarships are jointly funded by the UK government’s GREAT Britain Campaign and the British Council with participating UK higher education institutions. 

For the 2021-22 academic year there are postgraduate scholarships available at the following institutions:

  • Anglia Ruskin University
  • University of Dundee
  • University of East Anglia
  • University of Exeter
  • University of Glasgow
  • University of Kent
  • University of Warwick
  • Bournemouth University
  • University College London
  • University of Bristol
  • University of Reading

Eligibility Requirements

To be eligible for a scholarship, you must:

  • be a citizen of Egypt, Ghana, Kenya
  • have an undergraduate degree that will enable you to enter a postgraduate (taught) programme in a UK university
  • be motivated and academically able to follow a UK postgraduate course
  • active in the field with work experience or proven interest in the subject area
  • meet the English language requirement of the UK university

How to apply 

  1. Filter the universities listed by Egypt on the ‘find a scholarship’ page  and click on the university page to access detailed information about the scholarships on offer.
  2. Apply for individual scholarships following the instructions given on each universities’ scholarship webpages.
  3. The deadline to apply for a GREAT Scholarship varies according to each institution. For details on individual institutions’ deadlines, please see the institution page.
  4. Successful scholars will be informed by individual universities on the result of their applications.
  5. Scholarship funding will be issued to successful scholars by individual universities after registration.

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the British Council Study UK GREAT Scholarships 2020/2021

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GrowthAfrica Acceleration Programme 2021 for early stage African Entrepreneurs

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2021 Applications are open for the GrowthAfrica Accelerator. GA are seeking high-growth and high-impact entrepreneurs with businesses operating in Kenya, Uganda, Ethiopia, Ghana and Zambia. The exciting and intensive programme is geared towards unlocking significant growth in your business, making it investment ready and enhancing your leadership skills. 

Founded in 2002, GrowthAfrica continues to exponentially increase the rate and growth of business success in Africa through the annual Accelerator. Backed by extensive knowledge and experience in supporting entrepreneurs across Africa, the first accelerator run in 2012 and to date, 244 ventures have been accelerated, worked directly with 436 entrepreneurs, run 24 cohorts and created 30,000+ jobs.

The programme is designed to help you scale your venture, make it investment ready and develop your entrepreneurial leadership acumen with the aim of unlocking significant growth in your business.

GrowthAfrica are open to all sectors but have a soft spot for:

  • Agribusiness
  • Education
  • IT/mobile solutions/Tech enabled businesses
  • Financial services and Fintech
  • Renewable energy
  • Water & sanitation
  • Health
  • Manufacturing/processing
  • Retail/e-commerce

Benefits

  • Growth strategy: Led by experienced facilitators, leveraging our proprietary process and learning methodology, we focus on solutions that leads to an increase in your revenue, profits and impact
  • Bespoke incompany support: Get individualised and tailored in-company support from the most qualified team who will walk you through and support you in your business journey
  • Access and fellowship with quality peers across Africa: Connect and benefit from peer-to-peer learning and networking with like-minded entrepreneurs across Africa
  • Investment support: Receive support in identification of, access to and engagement with potential and relevant investors
  • Access to mentors and industry-subject experts: You will have access to Pan-African mentors/experts who will offer you advice and be your sounding board
  • Financial modelling: Support in build a financial model for your business growth and investment
  • Leadership: Acquire skills and tools to develop stronger entrepreneurial leadership

Application Procedure

Are you ready to exponentially grow your business?

Do you know a business that fits our criteria? recommend them to us via [email protected].

To prepare offline, download:

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the GrowthAfrica Acceleration Programme 2021

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Ghana National Petroleum Corporation (GNPC) 2020/21 Local Undergraduate and Postgraduate Scholarships for young Ghanaian students

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Application Deadline:22nd November, 2020.

The 2020 GNPC Local Scholarship is open to eligible Ghanaian students pursuing undergraduate and postgraduate studies at any public tertiary institution in Ghana.

The GNPC Scholarship covers tuition, accomodation, living expenses and learning materials.

Eligibility Requirements

Applicants must be a Ghanaian

Must have obtained admission to pursue an undergraduate or postgraduate degree programme at a public tertiary institution.

Teachers and lecturers in STEM (to improve the teaching of STEM for capacity building).

Tutors pursuing English and Ghanaian Languages, TVET at technical institutions, Nursing Training Colleges and Colleges of Educations.

Persons with disabilities (Applicants with any form of disability are required to upload medical certificate stating the level/seriousness of disability)>

Please Note

All applications are to be done online (www.gnpcghana.com).
Submission of hard copies of application will be rejected.

This facility does not apply to sandwich, part-time, private or fee-paying student in public-tertiary institutions.

For applicants with any form of disability, upload medical report as evidence of disability

Continuing students are to upload their statement of results

Applicants who enjoy any form of educational scholarship should not apply.

It is important that your eligibility for this scholarship award is based on accurate information. Misrepresentation in any material form renders the application null and void. Any award made based on misrepresentation shall be withdrawn and if any investments are made based on the misrepresentation, the applicant must be asked to provide a refund or may face prosecution or both.

Important Dates and Deadlines

Opening and Closing dates of portal for postgraduates applicants

19th -31st October, 2020

Opening and Closing dates of portal for undergraduates:

2nd – 22nd November, 2020.

Online Interview dates for selected posgraduate applicants:

16th to 20th November 2020.

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the GNPC 2020/21 Local Undergraduate and Postgraduate Scholarships.

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UNFPA Youth Leaders (YoLe) Fellowship Program 2020 for young Ghanaians

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Application Deadline: October 26th 2020

The YoLe Fellowship is a year-long programme designed to integrate young people into the UN system by empowering them in UNFPA’s areas of interest, while providing Fellows with opportunities for professional development and training in driving health-innovation.

Selected candidates will undertake over 230 hours of training on capacity and skill building; Professional and Career Development, Health Innovation, Coding (Web application/Web Design) and Entrepreneurship.

Furthermore, selected candidates will be taken through professionally coordinated sessions covering areas such as Research, Reporting, Conferencing And Logistics Planning, Proposal and Concept Note Writing, Social Media and Networking, Business Model Canvas Development, Data Visualization and Presentation, Human-Centred Design and Tech Innovations in the COVID-19 era, Gender Equity in Innovation, as well as Data-Driven Decision Making.

Eligibility:

·       Must demonstrate a passion to make a difference in your community; specifically, demonstrate interest and dedication to development issues established through either volunteer experience, work experience, affiliations with a youth network or NGO, in areas of UNFPA’s mandate. (see http://www.unfpa.org/about-us) 

·       Must be aged between 18 – 26 years

·       Must be a graduate of a tertiary institution in Ghana

·       Must commit one year to being a UNFPA Youth Leaders Fellow

·       Must be proactive and possess strong interpersonal skills

·       Must possess a working knowledge of English—an important prerequisite for participation in the program for general communication purposes. All application materials must be submitted in English.

If you meet all these criteria, then the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) invites you to apply for the third edition of the Youth Leaders (YoLe) Fellowship Programme (January 2021 – December 2021)!

 Selection Process:

Selection will be based on demonstrated engagement or interest in the advancement of the rights of youth, a desire to network with others, and a clear explanation of how the Fellowship will benefit their own efforts for advancing human rights as defined by UNFPA’s mandate.

*The YoLe Fellows are expected to work full-time at the UNFPA Ghana Country Office in Accra, Ghana. Fellows may not be otherwise engaged during the fellowship.

Application Process:

Interested applicants should submit:

1.     A statement, not more than one page, explaining their professional goals and ambitions

2.     C.V./Resume

All application materials should be sent to [email protected] no later than 26th October, 2020. Please use the subject line: Youth Leaders Fellowship Programme.

·       No late applications will be accepted.

·       Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted, and invited for further interviews/assessments.

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the UNFPA Youth Leaders (YoLe) Fellowship Program 2020

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Paradigm Initiative’s Digital Rights and Inclusion Learning Lab (DRILL) Fellowship 2021 for young Africans

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Application Deadline: 30 October 2020.

Paradigm Initiative (PIN) welcomes applications for its Digital Rights and Inclusion Learning Lab (DRILL). The successful applicants will work full time with Paradigm Initiative team members for 9 months starting from 1 March 2021 to 31 November 2021. As a mid-career fellowship, potential candidates will be expected to have had a minimum of 5 years’ experience as technology or social innovators, researchers, policy experts, and/or entrepreneurs. Fellows must have a relevant postgraduate qualification, be exceptional individuals who will bring new learnings and innovations as well as gain exposure to the digital ecosystem.

Paradigm Initiative (PIN) is a social enterprise that builds ICT-enabled support systems and advocates for digital rights in order to improve the livelihoods of under-served young Africans. Our digital inclusion programs include a digital readiness school for young people living in under-served communities (LIFE) and a software engineering school targeting high potential young Nigerians (Dufuna).

Through DRILL, PIN seeks to host innovative learning around digital rights and inclusion in Africa, and serve as a space for enhanced capacity, practice and reflection aimed to involve and connect different stakeholders and create dialogue amongst researchers, social innovators, policymakers and actors, the private sector, as well as civil society. 

Fellows’ Responsibilities 

Applicants will be required to briefly discuss their intended focus for the fellowship period during the application process. Paradigm Initiative will expect to receive a cutting edge project proposal that will benefit from the exposure to the African digital rights and inclusion community. If your proposal is big, innovative and addressing a real issue in the digital ecosystem, we look forward to reviewing your submission. 

The successful fellows will be expected to work full time within any of the PIN offices. 

  • The successful fellows will propose and work on an innovative project which will be completed during the fellowship ( i.e cutting edge research/technology-centric project that seeks to address digital rights or digital inclusion issues in Africa)
  • The fellows will be expected to host monthly ecosystem/sector meetings with the PIN Team to engage the ecosystem on critical issues arising or existing.
  • The fellows will conduct biweekly presentations and prepare content to share with the PIN team on their project and to feature a monthly DRILL podcast to be recorded with the PIN Executive Director. 
  • Each Fellow will have the opportunity to host a Digital Rights and Inclusion Forum (DRIF) – Digital Rights and Inclusion Learning Lab in April 2021. 
  • The last month of the fellowship will feature a final meeting, final presentation and final podcasts from the selected fellows. 

There will be a closing event with PIN’s leadership team to reflect on what has been achieved in the fellowship month period and to award the Fellow with certification for completion.

The fellowship is open to potential fellows living within the following countries – Cameroon, Ghana, Kenya, Nigeria, Zambia and Zimbabwe. 

Fellowship Benefits

  • PIN will provide a monthly stipend to the selected fellows which will cover participation in the Fellowship. 
  • PIN will provide a research project grant to support an approved project and budget. 
  • PIN will cover costs associated with activities at the Digital Rights and Inclusion Lab and provide an opportunity to be embedded within our team, access to the ecosystem and feedback on projects throughout the duration of the fellowship. 
  • A possible opportunity to travel to an international platform to showcase the finished project. 

Application and Timeline

  • This call for applications is open from 6 October 2020 until 30 October 2020.
  • The selection process will be finalised in November  2020 with the fellow of the Digital Rights and Inclusion Lab expected to resume on 1 March 2021.

Apply Now for the Paradigm Initiative’s Digital Rights and Inclusion Learning Lab (DRILL) Fellowship

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the Paradigm Initiative’s Digital Rights and Inclusion Learning Lab (DRILL) Fellowship

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Impact Hub New Economy Booster Program 2020 for impact-driven Entrepreneurs

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Application Deadline: October 9th 2020

Come shape the post-COVID-19 economic recovery of Ghana or Nigeria. The New Economy Booster program is a chance to do so! 

The goal is to boost high potential solutions or ventures that are already in the market or ready to go-to-market and are creating a positive impact on challenges faced by key sectors in the Ghanaian and Nigerian economies. 

This is an opportunity to bring ventures to the next level, advance business skills, receive expert advice, and nourish potential investor relationships. This program has been created by Impact Hub in partnership with the lab of tomorrow and with the support of The German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ). 

The New Economy Booster is designed to support impact-driven entrepreneurs with both advanced and early-stage ventures, startups, non-profit organizations or initiatives based in Ghana and Nigeria that are contributing to the country’s post-pandemic economic recovery.

We want to boost solutions or ventures in sectors that have been affected by COVID-19, particularly those that are at risk of or have experienced job losses. 

In our seven-month tailor-made online program, successful candidates will get a range of customized content and resources to develop and grow their business and network while being guided by a team of local and global experts.

Requirements

Impact-driven entrepreneurs with both advanced and early-stage ventures, high-potential startups, non-profit organizations and initiatives based in Ghana or Nigeria that:

  • Identify key economic recovery challenges and opportunities in their local community
  • Have the potential to generate a great social or environmental impact
  • Are preventing job loss or generating new employment opportunities in industries that are suffering or are at risk of suffering
  • Are scalable and are making some revenue or are projected to make some revenue in the near future 
  • Are already in the market or ready to go-to-market

Those selected to be part of the New Economy Booster will get a chance to:

  • Get business coaching
  • Receive senior expert advisory and consulting services
  • Meet potential investors and have facilitated introductions to fundraising opportunities
  • Access personal development and technical skills training
  • Get peer support from other participants
  • Access partnership building opportunities
  • Have an expert in residence helping the project develop
  • Work and meet at an Impact Hub space (once lockdown restrictions get lifted)

Criteria


To apply fill out the online form and successful applicants will be chosen by Impact Hub and partner representatives based on the following criteria:

  • Impact – The potential recovery of the Post-COVID-19 economy in Ghana and/or Nigeria
  • Scalability – The proposed solution has the potential to create local employment opportunities
  • Feasibility –  The proposed solution is technically and economically feasible
  • Team – Commitment of the project team to follow through and collaborate

Phases

Phase 1: Application | 1-month 

We will source 500 innovative solutions, 250 per country, that address the challenges we have identified.

All 500 will receive: Access to our online global community via our Global Connect Membership. 

Phase 2: Incubation |  2 months 

We will select the top 100 ventures, 50 per country to incubate.

All 100 will receive: 5 hours of coaching, access to resources and connections and an online community to network with that will be tailored just for you. 

Phase 3: Acceleration | 4 months 

We will select the top 30 ventures, 15 per country to accelerate. 

All 30 will receive: Project management and coordination guidance, a tailored diagnostic and development plan and access to a support network to help grow your business. 

The program stages will run to a non-linear schedule starting on August 17th 2020 and running until February 2021. 

Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis and high potential participants will be fast-tracked to the acceleration phase.

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the New Economy Booster Program 2020

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Africa Initiative for Governance (AIG) Scholarships 2021/2022 for Study in the University of Oxford, UK (Fully Funded)

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Application Deadline:October 15, 2020.

The Application Window for the 2021/22 Africa Initiative for Governance (AIG) Scholarships is now open and closes on Thursday, October 15, 2020.

The AIG Scholarships are targeted at graduates between the ages of 25 and 35 with strong intellectual capability, outstanding academic achievements, leadership skills and a passion to contribute to the development of Africa’s public sector.

Eligibility Criteria:

To be eligible for consideration for the award of an AIG Scholarship, you must:

  • Be a citizen of Nigeria or Ghana
  • Be between the ages of 25 and 35 years (must not be 36 years old by December 31, 2020)
  • Have a first-class or second-class upper undergraduate degree with honours (or equivalent international qualifications), as a minimum, in any discipline. For applicants with a degree from the USA, the minimum GPA sought is 3.7 out of 4.0
  • Be preferably top 10% of graduating class (First, Second or Master’s Degree) – evidence to be provided
  • Provide evidence of game-changing leadership and resultant impact
  • Show skills and interests outside of academics (evidence to be provided)

Please note that:

  • Academic distinction and leadership potential are key priorities for selection. 
  • In the case of candidates with second-class upper qualifications, a Master’s, second degree or relevant professional qualification will be an advantage.
  • Only applicants shortlisted for the next stage of the selection process will be contacted and any inquiries regarding individual application status are strictly prohibited.
  • Applications sent via post or in person are NOT acceptable.
  • Candidates who emerge as finalists in the Africa Initiative for Governance (AIG) selection process will be expected to apply directly to the Blavatnik School of Government, University of Oxford, for admissions. Finalists who are offered admission to the Master of Public Policy will be considered by the School in the final selection of AIG Scholars.

For More Informaiton:

Visit the Official Webpage of the Official Webpage of the Africa Initiative for Governance (AIG) Scholarships 2021/2022

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OYE Job & Entrepreneurship Training 2020 for young Ghanaians in Ashanti and Western Region.

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Application Deadline: September 13th 2020

Are you living in the Ashanti Region and looking for a green job? Or do you want to start a green business in the area of agriculture, WASH or renewable energy?

The Boosting Green Employment and Enterprise Opportunities in Ghana (GrEEn) project is a 4-year action funded by the European Union through its Emergency Trust Fund for Africa. Implemented by SNV Netherlands Development Organisation and the UN Capital Development Fund (UNCDF) in close partnership with the Ministry of Local Government and Rural Development. GrEEn aims at creating jobs for over 5,000 people through the promotion of green jobs and growth of Ghana’s local, circular economy. The project will achieve this by improving skills and increasing access to finance for youth, women and returning migrants as well as Micro, Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (MSMEs) in the Ashanti and Western Region of Ghana.

SNV Ghana, as part of the GrEEn Project will be providing skills training to job seekers and entrepreneurs in three sectors: renewable energy, Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) and climate resilient agriculture as well as supporting the profitability of green start-ups.

Please note that information provided on this form will be treated as highly confidential. Under no circumstance will any of it be disclosed to persons outside the scope of this selection process or used for other purposes without your consent.

Apply Now for the OYE Job & Entrepreneurship Training 2020 in Western Region

Apply Now for the OYE Job & Entrepreneurship Training 2020 in Ashanti Region

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the OYE Job & Entrepreneurship Training 2020

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MEST Express Acceleration Program 2020 for early & growth stage Ghanaian tech startups

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MEST Express is an acceleration program targeted at early and growth stage Ghanaian tech startups in partnership with the Mastercard Foundation’s Young Africa Works initiative. The goal is to equip MEST Express startups to weather the COVID-19 pandemic, build resiliency, increase business acumen and technical know-how to ramp up traction, gain market share, boost sales, and create meaningful jobs. The program is designed to deliver tailored hands-on interventions that are focused on rapid practical application and observable business outcomes. Graduating Express startups will be poised for exponential business growth, and ready to onboard new talent.

Program Overview

MEST Express is a 10-week intensive hands-on acceleration program geared at early and growth stage startups. The curriculum focuses on interactive workshops tailored to the specific needs of the cohort and practical outcome-based sprints at the end of which participants will have ramped up capacity in that business aspect with traction to back it up. Each sprint will end in a demo day attended by experts and ecosystem partners where participants give a detailed account of their successes and challenges so far and receive critical feedback to take them to the next level. The curriculum is designed to focus on the following key business areas:

• Customer Acquisition
• Marketing & Brand Awareness
• Product Baselining & Optimisation
• Risk Management & Crisis Resilience
• Market Research & Positioning
• Org Structuring & Recruitment

Candidate Profile

1. Pre-seed or seed-stage (have raised $100k total or less cumulatively since inception)
2. Currently generating revenue
3. Can demonstrate traction
4. Has been in operation for 1-3 years
5. Tech-enabled (software company)
6. Industry agnostic
7. Any business model (B2B, B2C, B2B2C, B2G, etc.) 

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the MEST Express Acceleration Program 2020

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University of Michigan African Presidential Scholars Program 2021/2022 Fellowship for Faculty from African Universities (Fully Funded to the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA)

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Application Deadline:October 15th 2020

The UMAPS program hosts two cohorts per year (August through December, and January through May), with *one* application round for both cohorts. Applicants will have the opportunity to indicate their preference for a particular cohort during the application process, but placement in a particular cohort (upon acceptance in the program) is not guaranteed.

Eligibility Requirements

*Previous recipients of the UMAPS fellowship are not eligible to apply. Preference will be given to applicants without extensive international experience outside the continent.

All applicants must:

  • Be an early career faculty member who has taught in the higher education system for less than ten years, and who is presently teaching in a college or university in Africa
  • Be able to demonstrate support from home institution with letter of recommendation from head of department, dean, or vice chancellor
  • Be able to remain in residence for five months

Nomination Process

Nomination is required for applicants from outside Ghana, South Africa, or Kenya, and needs to be completed by a U-M faculty member familiar with the work of the prospective applicant. The nominating faculty must:

  • Complete the online nomination form (for University of Michigan faculty only and access requires U-M login)
    
  • Submit /upload a letter of endorsement that indicates their willingness to serve as a mentor during the length of the residency, commit to meet regularly, and if possible provide an office space for the prospective participant

As soon as we receive the complete nomination form and letter of support, we will send the nominated candidate an email invitation with a link to the application portal for nominated applicants; please do not use the regular application portal.

Award Details

Those admitted to the UMAPS Program will receive:

  • Five months of residency at the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor, Michigan, paired with a faculty collaborator with full access to the university’s resources
  • Round-trip airfare from their home country to Ann Arbor, Michigan
  • Free housing, medical insurance, a research allowance, and a modest stipend to cover living (Important note: The UMAPS program is unable to accommodate spouses and/or dependents)
  • Office/Laboratory space 
  • Opportunity to present research to the U-M community

For further inquiries, please contact: [email protected]

Application Checklist and Timeline

All applicants must:

  • Complete the online application form » (IN THIS APPLICATION CYCLE, this link can only be used by applicants from the following countries: Ghana, South Africa, or Kenya)
  • Upload a curriculum vitae using the online application
  • Upload a scholarly program/research proposal (not to exceed five pages). Applications from a wide range of disciplines and schools are welcome; applications that align with the center’s disciplinary initiatives—AHHI, ASRI, and STEM-Africa—are encouraged
  • Provide complete name and contact information of the department head, dean, or vice chancellor at the applicant’s home institution who will be writing their letter of support

Applications will be reviewed after the closing date on October 15. Incomplete applications will not be processed. 

Only applications submitted through the online system will be considered. 

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the University of Michigan African Presidential Scholars Program 2021/2022 Fellowship

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African European Digital Venture Program (AEDV) 2020 for African Startups

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Application Deadline: August 15, 2020

The goal is to give African startups access to know-how about the European market and to strengthen partnerships between African startups and established European companies and startups. The initiation of partnerships in the field of digital transformation, also across continents, will create a win-win situation for both parties.

In the first part of the program, the degree of maturity of the startup in terms of collaboration will be checked. How far is the product development? What still must be done to develop a marketable product, how many resources must be spent on this, how much time does it take? Is the USP well defined and is the added value quantifiable for the customers? How well is the management team performing? How is the go-to-market strategy of the startup, do the plans seem realistic? In this step, the aim is to identify gaps and fill them with the support of experts.

The second part is about applying the findings of the first part practically. For this reason, startups in the program will acquire knowledge about the German ecosystem and will get access to networking and pitching events. Startups will be able to pitch their products/services and to attract the attention of potential partners. The teams will receive feedback and, if necessary, get the chance to enter discussions/negotiations with European companies.

Eligibility criteria

  • Your company is registered in Tunisia or Ghana and at least one founder is African
  • You are a highly motivated, English-speaking team with at least 2 team members and have an exceptional drive
  • Your startup has a market-ready product in place, first customers and a highly scalable business model
  • You offer a product or service that enables digital transformation or the digitization of processes in the fields of health, mobility, or built environment
  • Ideally, you leverage technologies such as artificial intelligence, data processing, data analytics
  • You are aiming to enter the European and/or German market and can prove there is a need on these markets
  • 2 team members will participate in the program and at least one participant needs to be part of the management team – ideally, these would be CEO and CTO
  • Your company profile is available online with appropriate information for business and financing partners

Benefits

  • Receive feedback from our business and startups experts
  • Gain relevant know-how for collaborating with European companies
  • Get your product ready for the European market
  • Introductions to European corporates
  • Learn about the German and European ecosystem
  • Meet European corporates, startups and investors
  • Two modules in two months, coaching sessions between the modules
  • Coverage of travel expenses (if traveling is possible)
  • Office space (if the module is on-site in Munich (Germany))
In the first module “Knowledge Impact” the following workshops and expert sessions will be offered:
  • Validation of business model and product-market fit, value proposition sharpening
  • Getting to know the European market and German corporates
  • Preparation of Market entry strategy
  • Sales Processes and Pricing Strategies
  • Team Development
  • Intercultural awareness
  • Financing / Venture Capital
  • Visiting Workshops at Bits’n Pretzels, the biggest founder festival in Europe
In the second module “Networking Impact” the following workshops and expert sessions will be offered:
  • Getting to know the ecosystem
  • B2B Sales Pitch Training
  • Peer-to-peer exchange with German startups
  • Workshops with experts
  • Feedback from potential (corporate) partners and investors

Selection process

  • After the application deadline, a jury will evaluate the applications and select startup finalists for each ecosystem (Ghana and Tunisia).
  • Selected teams will be invited to final pitches (online) in the first week of September.
  • Final communication to the 6-8 selected teams will be mid-September.
  • The first module will start on Sep 27 (online).

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the African European Digital Venture Program (AEDV) 2020

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Pre-MEST early-stage Training Program 2020 for young Entrepreneurs

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Application Deadline: July 31st 2020

Pre-MEST, an early-stage training program by MEST in partnership with Mastercard Foundation, targets young entrepreneurs and intrapreneurs with the desire to build their technology and business acumen. By learning the new technical skills needed to start a successful company or add value to existing employers, Pre-MEST works to further improve the participants’ employability and add value to growing demand and interest in software entrepreneurship across Ghana. 

MEST is an Africa-wide technology entrepreneur training program, internal seed fund, and network of hubs offering incubation for technology startups in Africa. Founded in Ghana in 2008, MEST provides critical skills training, funding, and support in software development, business, and communications to Africa’s tech entrepreneurs. Hubs are located in Accra, Lagos, Cape Town, and Nairobi. Join us in providing opportunity to the next generation of world-class software entrepreneurs from Africa!

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the Pre-MEST early-stage Training Program 2020

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The Vodacom Discover Graduate Programme 2020/2021 for young Africans

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Application Deadline: 31 August 2020

Joining Vodacom is more than a job, what we do matters. We don’t just carry minutes, texts and data – we carry people’s lives. And that’s a huge responsibility. If you think for a minute about the people you rely on…the likelihood is they rely on us.

Customers are at the heart of everything we do and we want to make a difference to the lives of our customers, and the communities in which we live and work. We support our people to give something back to the causes that mean the most to them through helping them give time and money to the charities they love.

And what’s it like to work here? We have created an environment where you can look forward to coming to work and are empowered to be at your best. We offer flexibility in how you work that helps you do your job in a way that suits you, opportunities to help you grow and progress throughout your career and a choice of benefits to suit your lifestyle.

The Vodacom Discover Graduate programme is a permanent employment opportunity underpinned by 2 years of skills training programme that is specifically designed for the development of future leaders.

The Programme offers graduates a full rounded experience of the Vodacom business including mentorship and coaching, and on the job training, all whilst earning a full salary and enjoying all the benefits of a full time employee. At the end of the 2 years, they transition into a destination role within the organization.  Following Discover, you will have the opportunity to apply for an international assignment taking you outside of your comfort zone to build your expertise and leadership capability. Start date on the programme is 1st February 2021.

The Vodacom Internship programme is a 12 month fixed term contract which provides workplace experience underpinned by a carefully designed training programme.  It allows one to gain valuable work experience, explore career paths, networking with professionals in the field, while earning an income.  This programme is our pipeline into Vodacom Discover Graduate Programme or transition into permanent roles as opportunities arise.   The applicants need to have completed at least their undergraduate degree or degree equivalent by the end of 2020.  Start dates are 1 February and 1 March 2021. 

The objective of the Vodacom Internship Programme is to:
• Develop a talent pipeline of skilled individuals for the core business areas within Vodacom
• Create opportunities for unemployed graduates with the required qualifications to develop competencies in the digital techco environment.

The ideal candidate for both programmes should demonstrate strong potential in the following areas:


• Time management
• Interpersonal skills
• Communication skills
• Passion
• Flexibility
• Resilience
• Digital savviness
• Customer obsession
• Innovation
• Complex problem solving

Programmes Requirements

• Must have less than 2 years working experience post studies.
• Must be 26 years old or younger.
• South African Citizen by Birth/Naturalisation, however, citizens of DRC, Ghana, Kenya, Lesotho, Mozambique and Tanzania are encouraged to apply for consideration in those markets.
• Must have obtained a minimum of 65% aggregate for completed or most recent academic results.
• Must have a minimum of a B-degree (B-Com, BSc & B-Tech) qualification (NQF 7).
• A 3 year National Diploma (NQF 6) will be considered in the following areas only:
o Electrical / Electronic Engineering
o Computer Software Engineering and
o Information Systems/Information Technology

Application Process

Step 1
• Before you can apply for a position, please ensure that you meet all of the above criteria.
Step 2
• Complete your application by answering the pre-screening questions accordingly. Please ensure to attach a copy of your certified academic results and identity documents. Applicants can state their preference to be considered for the Discover Graduate, Internship programme or both programmes.
Step 3
• Once you have registered and applied our Resourcing Team will then carefully assess your application and provide you with feedback every step of the way! Eligible candidates will be invited to complete our digital online assessment.

Applications close on 31 August 2020

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the Vodacom Discover Graduate Programme 2020/2021

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DSM: Brighter Living Scholarship – Nutrition 2020 (Fully Funded to attend the 2021 One Young World Summit in Munich, Germany)

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Application Deadline: 18:00 (BST), 10 August 2020

As a longstanding partner of One Young World, DSM is proud to offer the DSM Brighter Living Scholarship – Nutrition for the One Young World Summit 2021 in Munich.

DSM supports SDG 2; ending hunger, achieving food security and improved nutrition and promoting sustainable agriculture. This scholarship supports DSM’s strategy to increase the availability of high-quality affordable and aspirational nutritious foods in low and middle-income countries, and is further related to tackling development issues and achieving sustainable agri- food systems. The food security and livelihoods crisis has been amplified by COVID-19 health risk, is a major helath concern and reason for further spurring investment in Nutrition. Immune health has never been more topical as now during the COVID-19 response period. Strong evidence shows that good nutrition is fundamental for a healthy immune system. 

In line with the expansion objectives of DSM to support more countries, this scholarship seeks to support two young leaders (aged 18 – 30) from Kenya, Nigeria, Egypt, Tanzania, Zambia, Ghana, India, Bangladesh, Rwanda and Ethiopia who are delivering nutritional solutions for their communities. Specifically, the scholarship seeks entrepreneurs who are improving the agri-food  value chain in one of the following ways:

  • Shaping opinions: raising awareness of the importance of a balanced and nutritional diet.
  • Building brands: developing responsible and nutritious brands which are attractive and affordable for the communities who need them most (especially those with low income, at base of pyramid (BoP).
  • Producing locally: sustainably producing local produce or nutritional products to serve local communities.
  • Improving small holder farmers value chain: developing/implementing programs to eliminate post-harvest losses for small holder farmers and improve quality of their produce (especially elimination of aflatoxin in maize)

Scholars will receive

  • Access to the One Young World Summit 2021 in Munich
  • Hotel accommodation on a shared basis between 22 and 26 (inclusive) April, 2021
  • The cost of travel to and from Munich (flights in economy)
  • Catering which includes breakfast, lunch and dinner
  • Transport between the Summit accommodation and the Summit venue
  • Participation in DSM’s internal on-boarding workshops pre-One Young World workshops (with DSM delegation)

Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible to receive this scholarship you must be:

  • Aged 18 – 30 by the date of the One Young World Summit 2021.
  • A national of Kenya, Nigeria, Egypt, Tanzania, Zambia, Ghana, India, Bangladesh, Rwanda or Ethiopia.
  • Have 3 – 5 years experience work in a business and ideally running your own business.

Assessment Criteria

One Young World will assess candidates based on their:

  • Evidenced commitment to delivering positive change
  • Demonstrated capacity for leadership
  • Understanding of key local and/or global issues.
  • Track record of generating impactful and innovative.
  • One Young World will actively seek and prioritize applicants with an evidenced commitment to addressing malnutrition in a local or national context. In particular, the scholarship seeks candidates who achieve this through
    • Shaping opinions and advocating for good nutrition.
    • Developing nutritional brands.
    • Locally producing products or produce for local communities.
    • Improving small holder farmers’ value chain.
  • Looking for: curious and ambitious scholars thinking big on how to impact the agri-food systems in their home markets to provide nutritious foods. 

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the Webpage DSM: Brighter Living Scholarship 2020

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UNDP 2nd edition ‘Waste’ Recovery Innovation Challenge 2020

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Application Deadline: 24 July 2020, 5pm GMT.

UNDP, under the auspices of the “Plastic Waste Recovery for a Circular Green Economy in Ghana” project with funding from the Coca-Cola Foundation (TCCF) is launching the 2nd edition of the Waste Recovery Innovation Challenge (WRIC). The aim is to provide technical and financial support to business solutions that will promote and/or test innovative strategies for plastic waste recovery and management in Ghana.  

We are seeking to provide financial and technical support to businesses that have a good management structure; have the possibility of making profit in the short, medium and long term; create employment and other income generation opportunities especially for women and youth; and should lead to/contribute to bringing a lasting solution to plastic waste recovery and management challenge in a specific area/community or region in Ghana. Special consideration will be given to projects that contribute to COVID-19 response and recovery.

This call for concept notes only applies to the private sector for business related projects, focusing on plastic waste recovery and management. The 2nd edition of WRIC is taking place within the broader framework of the Waste Recovery Platform, which is Ghana’s largest space for connecting ideas, people and resources for waste recovery in a circular economy context. With its four dimensions (1. Convening mechanism; 2. Digital platform; 3. Promoter of innovation; 4. Advocacy and awareness creation space) the Platform is  to:

  • facilitate more cost-effective and transparent access to ready data for evidenced-based planning on waste and sanitation management; 
  • enhance access to knowledge on best available technologies on waste recovery; 
  • make it easier to find/link solution providers and off-takers; stimulate research and innovation on waste recovery; and
  • create an online market place for waste resource exchange; and build capacity of key personnel (local government, private sector, NGOs and Academia) to enhance waste and sanitation management particularly at the decentralized level.

Application Procedure

For more information or if you are interested in joining the Waste Recovery Platform, or knowing more about the plastic waste recovery project please contact: [email protected]

CALL FOR CONCEPT NOTE DOCUMENTS

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the UNDP ‘Waste’ Recovery Innovation Challenge 2020

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