Scholarship
MINDS Scholarship Programme
The MINDS Scholarship Programme supports African students who wish to pursue postgraduate studies within Africa, but outside of their home countries. The program includes tailored leadership development activities to nurture a continental development mindset.
About this scholarship
MINDS Scholarship Programme is offered by Mandela Institute for Development Studies (MINDS) for study in Angola, South Africa at master level. The award is valued at Varies, provided as other support.
What the funding covers
This scholarship is classified as other funding. Applicants selected receive Varies. Selection is merit-based and need-based, so both academic record and financial circumstances are assessed.
Who can apply
The award is open to candidates applying at master level. Nationality requirements apply: African.
Eligibility
African students pursuing postgraduate studies in an African country other than their own.
How to apply
Applications close on 2026-04-29. Requirements are set by the provider and can change between intakes, so verify each item on the official page before submitting.
Eligible study levels
master
Nationality requirements
African
Funding basis
Merit-based and Need-based
Some scholarship details still require source confirmation. Confirm the study destination and applicant eligibility with the provider before applying.
Key details
- Provider
- Mandela Institute for Development Studies (MINDS)
- Study destination
- Angola, South Africa
- Eligible applicant countries
- All African countries, Angola, Cape Verde, Cote d'Ivoire, Egypt, Ghana, Kenya, Mauritius, Morocco, Nigeria, Rwanda, Senegal, South Africa and Uganda
- Award
- Varies
- Funding type
- other
- Selection basis
- Merit-based and Need-based
- Study levels
- master
- Nationality
- African
- Deadline
- Closed · 2026-04-29
Confirm current eligibility, deadlines, and application instructions with the provider before applying.
Reference sourceSource last checked: 2026-09-21