Interesting times for African students as the 2023 Shakira Choonara Scholarship is now accepting applications from qualified candidates.
As part of her initiatives to help African Youths from all 54 countries of the continent, the Shakira Choonara Scholarship will be funding the costs of tuition of her awardees at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
All interested and eligible candidates should leverage on this opportunity and apply for the Shakira Choonara Scholarship.
Scholarship Abstract
- Scholarship Host: Shakira Choonara Foundation
- Category: Scholarships || Â Undergraduate Scholarships || Postgraduate Scholarships || Masters Scholarships || PhD Scholarships
- Benefits: Full Scholarship
- Eligibility: African Countries
- Deadline: September 15, 2023
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Shakira Choonara Scholarship Details
In 2022, the Shakira Choonara Scholarship Award for Young Africans was piloted.Â
The scholarship is an investment in young people a thriving Africa and African excellence. The first awardee, Ms Goitsemodimo Ditsele graduated with a Master of Arts in Development Studies from the University of Botswana in 2022.
The Shakira Choonara Young African Scholarship Award will be awarded each year to a deserving final year student at either the undergraduate or postgraduate level (Honors, Masters, PhD).
The scholarship supports final year tuition fees for a disadvantaged student. The student must be pursuing a university degree and have a track record of academic excellence (70% or more in the current and previous years of study).
Studies in the broader development field will be supported, desirable fields include health sciences and gender studies.
Shakira Choonara Scholarship Requirements
The eligibility requirements of the Shakira Choonara Scholarship Award include;
- Studies in the broader development field will be supported, desirable fields include health sciences and gender studies.
- Youth between the ages of 21-35 years-old
- The applicant must be a citizen of any of the 54 African states
- The applicant must be in the final year of studies (undergraduate or postgraduate) at an African university
- Demonstrate financial need i.e. require the scholarship to settle final year tuition fees in order to complete their academic degree
- A proven track record of academic excellence
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Shakira Choonara Scholarship Benefits and Timeline
The scholarship supports final year tuition fees for a disadvantaged student to be taken at his home country.
Application Procedure
The student must be pursuing a university degree and have a track record of academic excellence (70% or more in the current and previous years of study).
- Studies in the broader development field will be supported, desirable fields include health sciences and gender studies.
- Begin your application today and seize this extraordinary opportunity to further your education with the 2023 Shakira Choonara Scholarship.
- Empower your academic journey and contribute to the betterment of Africa.
Conclusion
- The Shakira Choonara Scholarship stands as a beacon of hope for African students seeking to complete their undergraduate or postgraduate studies.
- This initiative not only provides financial assistance but also nurtures the spirit of excellence. Apply now and be a part of the next generation of African leaders.
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