Introducing the Shakira Choonara Young African Scholarship Award 2023 - Applications Now Open!

The Shakira Choonara Young African Scholarship Award is a prestigious annual scholarship opportunity designed to support a deserving final-year student, whether at the undergraduate or postgraduate level (Honors, Masters, PhD). This scholarship aims to alleviate the financial burden by covering final-year tuition fees for a disadvantaged student. To be eligible, candidates must be pursuing a university degree and have demonstrated exceptional academic performance, achieving 70% or higher in both the current and preceding academic years. The scholarship primarily caters to fields in the development sector, with a focus on health sciences and gender studies.

Eligibility Criteria:

- Applicants should be youths aged 21-35 years old.
- Citizenship from any of the 54 African states is required.
- Candidates must be in their final year of studies (undergraduate or postgraduate) at an African university.
- Demonstrated financial need, specifically requiring the scholarship to settle final-year tuition fees and successfully complete their academic degree.
- A proven track record of outstanding academic achievements.

They strongly encourage applications from young women and marginalized youth. Only online applications will be considered, and incomplete submissions will not be reviewed. Due to the high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will receive further communication. Apply now for this transformative opportunity!

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