Mandela Rhodes Scholarship 2026 For Africans: Fully Funded Opportunity

Mandela Rhodes Scholarship

Applications for the Mandela Rhodes Scholarship 2026 have been announced!

The Mandela Rhodes Foundation Scholarship combines financial support with a leadership programme that will challenge you, grow you, and connect you to young African changemakers

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The Mandela Rhodes Scholarship offers comprehensive funding (tuition and registration fees, allowances for study materials, research, medical aid, accommodation and meals, personal allowance, and flight costs) for the core costs associated with your studies. 

In this post, the full details of the eligibility, benefits, timeline, and application procedure will be provided.

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Mandela Rhodes Scholarship 2026 Details

The Mandela Rhodes Scholarship  2026 Applications open on 17 March!

The Mandela Rhodes Foundation Scholarship (MRF) programme is built on our founding principles of reconciliation, education, entrepreneurship, and leadership and a belief that leadership begins with inner transformation. 

The program is for young leaders who aspire to the principles below and who have demonstrated the potential to live them out.

Mandela Rhodes Scholarship Benefits

  • Full funding for the duration of the degree program (up to two years)
  • Coverage for tuition, registration fees, study materials, accommodation, meals, medical aid, and personal allowances
  • Research and conferencing grants available upon request
  • Economy-class flights for international scholars to and from their home countries

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Available Programmes for Mandela Rhodes Foundation Scholarship

All accredited programs at any South African university can be run alongside the Mandela Rhodes Foundation Scholarship.

Participating Universities for MRF Scholarship 2026

All South African universities are eligible for the MRF Scholarship 2026.

Mandela Rhodes Foundation Scholarship Requirements

To be eligible for the postgraduate Mandela Rhodes Foundation Scholarship, applicants must satisfy the following conditions:

  • Age: Between 19 and 29 years old
  • Nationality: Citizen of any African country
  • Academic Qualification: First degree with above-average academic results (70% or upper second)
  • Leadership Experience: Demonstrated leadership and impact on campus or in the community

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Required Documents for Mandela Rhodes Scholarship

While applying for the Mandela Rhodes Scholarship 2026, you will be required to submit the following documents;

  • Recommendation Letters
  • Documentation: Degree certificates, academic transcripts, ID, and passport scans
  • Essays: Personal journey and a specific question related to the scholarship’s principles
  • Application for university admission
  • South African Qualification Agency Certificate (for non-South African applicants)

How To Submit Mandela Rhodes Scholarship Application 2026

To apply, follow the procedures below;

  • Visit the application page through the provided link.
  • Ensure you meet the eligibility criteria.
  • Apply to a South African university of your choice.
  • Fill out the application form on the Mandela Rhodes Foundation Page.
  • Upload required essays, recommendations, and documents.
  • Submit your application before the deadline.

Important Note

  • Early application is encouraged to secure university admission.
  • Incomplete applications or failure to secure university admission may result in disqualification.

Begin your application by clicking on the button below.

Deadline: April 14th, 2026


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