Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at Makerere University

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Status

active

Period

2013-2025

In Partnership With

Makerere University is an independent national university of the Republic of Uganda and a centre of excellence offering undergraduate and graduate courses to learners across Africa. In partnership with the Mastercard Foundation, Makerere University is implementing a 10- year scholarship program with the goal of enabling academically talented young people in Africa to access university education and transform into enterprising leaders who meaningfully contribute to development of their communities.

Target Impact

Offer 1,000 scholarships to academically talented students and provide them with mentoring and career counseling services.

  • 1,000

    Enrolled over 1,000 young people in the program.

  • 700

    Over 700 students have graduated.

  • Networks

    Built networks with private sector actors to support students’ transitions into the world of employment and entrepreneurship.

Partnership Focus

Support transitions to higher education and/or employment.

Provide avenues for learners to execute the culture of giving back.

Enable qualified learners from Africa to complete their undergraduate education.