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Swiss Government Allocates a Number of Scholarships to Cameroonian Students

The Swiss government through the Federal Commission for Scholarships for Foreign Students is offering some postgraduate scholarships to the government of Cameroon for the academic year 2017/2018. The scholarship is open to outstanding Cameroonians with a masters or doctorate degree with an overall mark of 14/20. Eligibility criteria: Cameroonian, be in good health, be a holder of masters or doctorate degree and be at most 35 years old. Deadline: 21st of October 2016 Visit the link for entire communique: http://www.minesup.gov.cm/DAOU/Bourse%20Suisse_2016_en.pdf

The Akademie Schloss Solitude Residential Programme (Funded)

Hello! Do we have anyone in the house who wants to pursue further studies in the disciplines of the Humanities, Social Sciences and Economics? The Akademie Schloss Solititude is offering a residential program for 3-12 months in Germany. Eligibility-35 years of age or if older must have completed a degree within the past 5 years. Fellowship will include a stipend of 1500 euro, work space and furnished studios. Please read further by clicking on link below. http://www.akademie-solitude.de/en/fellowship/residency/

2017 MasterCard Foundation Scholars Program-University of Berkeley Carlifornia

The MasterCard Foundation Scholars Program in partnership with the University of Berkeley in California are offering comprehensive scholarships (tuition, living expenses, books, stipends and transport) for the 2017 session of the scheme. Other benefits include mentoring and counselling, transition into a higher education of the workforce in Africa. Both undergraduate and postgraduate students are called to apply first to the university before making an application for the scholarship. Eligibility Criteria: Be from a developing country, from an economically disadvantaged home, show potential to give back to community, and show interest in returning to their home country upon completion of their course. Web: mcfscholarsprogram.berkeley.edu

2017 Aspen Institute New Voices Fellowship (developing countries)

Are you an outstanding professional doing something exceptional in any part of the developing world? Then, the Aspen Institute New Voices Fellowship is for you and requires that you share your experience and perspectives on global development to a broad international audience. Value: all expenses are paid including certain media related costs. Go to http://aspennewvoices.org/Nominations  for further information.

Opportunity for Young African Leaders (Pre-University Studies)

The African Leadership Academy for young leaders is accepting applications for the 2017 class. Their aim is to locate 6000 young leaders from Africa and across the globe most specifically those with great leadership potential, but also possess strong academic backgrounds. The Academy is interested in addressing the challenges faced in Africa with the goal to work towards improving the continent's economic growth. Requirements: Demonstrate strong leadership potential Applicants must be passionate about Africa Possess entrepreneurial drive Have a track record of community service Age:16-19 Location: South Africa Early decision applications close in October 2016 Web page: http://www.africanleadershipacademy.org/

2016 Global Citizen Youth Advocates-New York, USA

Are you a young activist working on projects with focus on health, education, girls, and women, sanitation and water, food and hunger? Then, the Global Citizen Youth Advocate Symposium is tailored for you and all expenses would be catered for if you are selected. Eligibility criteria: Age 18-35 Submit application in English Citizen of any country Applicants must be able to communicate in English see website for more. Benefits include: Paid trip, exposure to liaise and work with skilled global entrepreneurs, and most essentially, equip selected participants with the tools required to boost their projects and campaigns. Deadline is 28th August 2016. Three days to go. Hurry, but think through your application. Web link:https://www.globalcitizen.org/en/awards/youth-advocates-symposium/ https://www.globalcitizen.org/en/awards/youth-advocates-symposium/ Good luck!

Full Tuition Scholarships at Sheffield Hallam University

Sheffield Hallam University is offering the Transform Together Scholarship for postgraduate and undergraduate studies. These scholarships are available for students from non-EU countries and well qualified students who demonstrate high academic and professional achievements. Value of the scholarships could range from a waiver of full tuition fees to 50% reduction in fees. Duration: for a full period of study. Deadline: 1 November 2016 for January start date. For more: https://www.shu.ac.uk/?sc_itemid=CC2E6E96-9EB7-4CBD-9B67-1419FBED4CDC