Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program Mastercard Foundation
Comprehensive scholarships (tuition, living, mentorship, leadership development) for academically talented yet financially disadvantaged young Africans committed to giving back.
Location Open to all countries Eligibility African nationals with strong academics, financial need, and demonstrated leadership/community service. Offered by the organisation named above, not by EGA. Verify details and deadlines on the official site.
YALI Regional Leadership Center U.S. Government / YALI
Practical leadership training across Business & Entrepreneurship, Civic Leadership, and Public Management at regional centres, plus an alumni network.
Location Open to all countries Eligibility Africans aged 18–35 with leadership potential; minimal cost, in-person and online tracks. Offered by the organisation named above, not by EGA. Verify details and deadlines on the official site.
Mandela Washington Fellowship U.S. Department of State
The flagship YALI programme: six weeks of academic and leadership study at a U.S. university for Africa's most promising young leaders.
Location Open to all countries Eligibility Sub-Saharan Africans aged 25–35 with a record of leadership and public service; English proficient. Offered by the organisation named above, not by EGA. Verify details and deadlines on the official site.
Tony Elumelu Foundation Entrepreneurship Programme Tony Elumelu Foundation
$5,000 non-refundable seed capital, training, and mentorship for African entrepreneurs running or starting a business.
Location Open to all countries Eligibility African entrepreneurs with a for-profit business idea or venture (0–3 years old). Offered by the organisation named above, not by EGA. Verify details and deadlines on the official site.
Anzisha Prize African Leadership Academy & Mastercard Foundation
Africa's premier award for its youngest entrepreneurs, with cash prizes and a fellowship of business support.
Location Open to all countries Eligibility Africans aged 15–22 already running a business or community venture. Offered by the organisation named above, not by EGA. Verify details and deadlines on the official site.
Chevening Scholarship UK Government
Fully-funded one-year master's in the UK for future leaders, with a global alumni network.
Location Open to all countries Eligibility Citizens of eligible countries with a bachelor's, 2+ years work experience, and leadership potential. Offered by the organisation named above, not by EGA. Verify details and deadlines on the official site.
MEST Africa Training Program MEST Africa
A fully-sponsored programme training Africans in software development, business, and entrepreneurship, with seed funding for top teams.
Location Ghana, Nigeria, Kenya, South Africa, Côte d'Ivoire Eligibility Recent graduates / early professionals passionate about building tech companies. Offered by the organisation named above, not by EGA. Verify details and deadlines on the official site.
Obama Foundation Leaders: Africa Obama Foundation
A leadership development programme connecting rising African change-makers with values-based leadership training and a continental network.
Location Open to all countries Eligibility African leaders with a track record of impact in their community or sector. Offered by the organisation named above, not by EGA. Verify details and deadlines on the official site.
Commonwealth Scholarships Commonwealth Scholarship Commission
Funded postgraduate study in the UK for students from Commonwealth countries, prioritising development impact.
Location Open to all countries Eligibility Citizens of eligible Commonwealth countries with strong academics and a development focus. Offered by the organisation named above, not by EGA. Verify details and deadlines on the official site.
Ashinaga Africa Initiative Ashinaga
Full scholarships and leadership support for academically gifted orphaned students to study at top universities worldwide and return to develop Africa.
Location Open to all countries Eligibility Sub-Saharan students who have lost one or both parents, with excellent academics and leadership. Offered by the organisation named above, not by EGA. Verify details and deadlines on the official site.
Orange Social Venture Prize Orange
Recognises and funds innovative tech-for-good ventures improving lives across Africa and the Middle East.
Location Open to all countries Eligibility Entrepreneurs aged 21–35 with an ICT-based product/service addressing a social need. Offered by the organisation named above, not by EGA. Verify details and deadlines on the official site.
African Union Youth Volunteer Corps African Union
A continental volunteer programme deploying young professionals to support development work across AU member states.
Location Open to all countries Eligibility African graduates aged 18–35 willing to volunteer for 12 months across the continent. Offered by the organisation named above, not by EGA. Verify details and deadlines on the official site.
