Akoben: Stories of Impact. Tales of Courage.

Despite growing up in a slum community in Ghana, Miriam Odonkor broke a number of glass ceilings by becoming the first in her family to gain a university degree at Sciences Po Paris School of International Affairs.

Growing up in an underdeveloped region of Rwanda, Hortense Umubyeyi‘s desire to forge her own unique path and create a lasting positive impact led her to pursue an enriching academic experience at Ashesi University.

For Rachael Lawrence becoming a Mastercard Foundation Scholar at Sciences Po Paris School of International Affairs was a ray of hope for her.

After Philibert Adankon pursued his master’s degree through the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at Science Po Paris, he felt a deep conviction to return to his home country, Benin, to make an impact.

Amos Kwizera and his family have lived in the Kyangwali refugee camp in Uganda for 2 decades, after fleeing the war in his home country. Despite the many challenges he faced as a refugee Amos gained acceptance into the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at Sciences Po to studying Migration and Human Rights.

Eager to solve African problems from within the continent, Alosius Akonteh was excited to be accepted into a computer engineering program at Ashesi University through the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program.

With the help of a strong support system at Ashesi, Dominic Aboagye formed strong connections and became an award-winning student through the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program.

Faith Chuby Labija, who studied at Ashesi University through the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program, demonstrates transformative leadership through the feminine health initiative she manages. She encourages prospective Scholars to use their hobbies to empower their future.

For Keziah Naomesi the cost of university posed a significant threat to her academic future. After applying to Ashesi University, Keziah was overjoyed to receive a fully-funded scholarship to study mechanical engineering through the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program. Keziah shares her story and the importance of seeking help when needed.

After enrolling at Ashesi University through the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program, Hillary Eyram Anyomi realized the significance of forming friendships with other students that motivate her to achieve her goals. Hillary shares advice to prospective scholars encountering obstacles on their journey to success.