The Mandela Rhodes Foundation (MRF) Postgraduate Scholarships 2027 is on for application, interested and qualified candidates can continue on this page for more information on the scholarship scheme and the official online portal to begin application.
Overview
Our programme is built on our founding principles of reconciliation, education, entrepreneurship, and leadership, and a belief that leadership begins with inner transformation. We aim to keep Nelson Mandela’s legacy alive by equipping young African leaders with the competence and courage to transform the continent into a place where everyone has equal opportunity to thrive. Our programme is delivered primarily through a series of week-long residential workshops which you will attend during your time in residence.
Requirements
- It is for young leaders who have a combination of intellect and character.
- You must be academically strong: your marks should be above 70% or an upper second.
- You must also have demonstrated leadership on your campus or in your community.
- If you are between the ages of 19 and 29 in the year of applying, you are eligible.
- The Mandela Rhodes Scholarship is for postgraduate study (Honours and Masters degrees) in any field.
Financial support
- The Mandela Rhodes Scholarship offers comprehensive funding for the core costs associated with your studies. It covers tuition for a one-year Honours degree or a two-year Masters degree in any field at a recognised South African institution of higher education.
- This includes tuition and registration fees, allowances for study materials, research, and medical aid, accommodation and meals, personal allowance and economy class travel to and from your home country to your South African university at the beginning and end of your degree.
Cost Covered
- Tuition and registration fees as set by your university or institution
- A study materials allowance as set by the MRF
- Accommodation and meal allowances as set by the MRF
- A medical aid allowance as set by the MRF
- A personal allowance as set by the MRF
- Research and conferencing grants can be made available on request
- Economy-class flights for international scholars from their home countries to their institutions at the start and end of their studies
The leadership development programme
- The programme is built on our founding principles of reconciliation, education, entrepreneurship, and leadership, and a belief that leadership begins with inner transformation.
- The program aim to keep Nelson Mandela’s legacy alive by equipping young African leaders with the competence and courage to transform the continent into a place where everyone has equal opportunity to thrive.
- The programme is delivered primarily through a series of week-long residential workshops which you will attend during your time in residence.
Application Timeline
9 March 2026 - 14 April 2026
For More Information:
Visit the official webpage to begin application
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