The Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at Pan-Atlantic University offers comprehensive support to empower young Africans facing socio-economic barriers. This program provides full scholarships to exceptional youths who may struggle to access higher education.
Previously, many talented young people lacked the financial means to pursue their academic goals. The program now encourages applications from specific groups, including young women interested in STEM, internally displaced individuals, and those living with disabilities.
Key facts:
- The program requires a minimum UTME score of 220 for applicants.
- Applicants must have at least five credits in WAEC/NECO/GCE/NABTEB, including English and Mathematics.
- The application deadline for the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program is May 22, 2026.
In addition to this initiative, the SYNAPSE Project aims to empower 2,500 young people across Europe and Africa through virtual exchange and systems thinking. This project is co-funded by the European Union under the Erasmus+ programme.
Moreover, the French Agency for Development (AFD) Digital Energy Challenge invites innovative SMEs to apply for collaborative projects in Nigeria. The total budget for selected projects is €827K, with a maximum grant amount of €400K for Partnership projects and €150K for Tech Accelerator projects.
The SYNAPSE Project and the AFD Digital Energy Challenge emphasize youth empowerment and social impact. They provide platforms for leadership development in digital energy and STEM education.
This comprehensive approach addresses critical needs in society. It helps bridge educational gaps while fostering innovation among young Africans.
