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Kumbirai (Trish) Kujeke
Faculty: Science Program: Global Public Health and Nutrition Year: 2017 Country: Zimbabwe Kumbirai, or Trish as she is fondly called, is described as a “compassionate, intelligent, self-motivated, and focused young lady.” In 2015, as a result of her strong performance in the sciences and Math, Trish was nominated by the Principal to attend WiSci Girls STEAM Camp (Science, Technology, […]
Arlena Musinga
Faculty: Applied Science Program: Geological Engineering Year: 2017 Country: Uganda Actively creating opportunities for herself, she joined Mt. St. Mary’s Namagunga School for her Advanced Levels on a two-year bursary that recognized her exceptional academic performance in her Ordinary Levels. She has achieved numerous awards in a variety of subjects, in particular she demonstrates strengths […]
M. Fred Mutangana
Faculty: Forestry Program: Natural Resources – Conservation Year: 2017 Country: Rwanda Described as “intellectually gifted and proactive”, M. Fred has lifted himself from a difficult upbringing and has thrived in his academics and his community involvements at Agahozo-Shalom Youth Village (ASYV) in Rwanda. He ranked first out of 16 students in his combination of Math, […]
Gretha Teta
Faculty: Forestry Program: Natural Resources – Conservation Year: 2017 Country: Rwanda Gretha has been described as “talented, driven, and spirited young woman”. As the “Most Outstanding Student in Geography” in 2014, 2015, and 2016 and recognized by her physics teacher as among the top three Physics students in her grade, she maintained an exceptional academic […]
Edward Ssebuliba
Faculty: Science Program: Pharmacology Year: 2016 Country: Uganda Edward believes that if he wants to see change in Uganda and in Africa as a whole, he will have to initiate it. He has worked tirelessly in his community to improve its conditions. Edward has worked with community schools to teach the children English, Math and […]
Jovin Shumbusho
Faculty: Arts Program: International Relations and Commerce Year: 2017 Country: Tanzania Joining one of the top elite schools in Tanzania on a full scholarship for the two year International ‘A’ Level Program at Haven of Peace Academy (HOPAC), Jovin has thrived as one of the top scholarship students HOPAC has ever accepted. Especially strong in […]
Abenezer Chane
Faculty: Science Program: Computer Science and Physics Year: 2017 Country: Ethiopia During high school, he excelled in the majority of his academic subjects. Apart from his studies Abenezer is a natural leader in his community, spending his time tutoring students in math. This community service was recognized, and he has been awarded two gold medals […]
Spotlight on Ifeoluwa Olalere: From Mastercard Foundation Scholar to Strategic Planning Analyst
We are delighted to spotlight Ifeoluwa (Ife) Olalere, a distinguished Mastercard Foundation Scholar Alum. Ife graduated in 2022 with a Master of Food and Resource Economics from the University of British Columbia’s Faculty of Land and Food Systems. Currently, he serves as a Project and Strategic Planning Analyst for the City of Edmonton, Alberta. Life […]
Elshaday Tamire Yoseph
Faculty: Science Program: Master of Data Science Year: 2024 Country: Ethiopia Elshaday is a software engineer and software project manager known for his passion for tackling new challenges. Raised in Bekoji, Ethiopia, a town renowned for producing world-famous Ethiopian athletes, he embodies a winning mentality and a strong work ethic. He holds a Bachelor of […]
Idris Ayab
Faculty: Forestry Program: Master of International Forestry Year: 2024 Country: Nigeria Idris Yusuf Ayab is a determined and optimistic First-Class graduate in Forestry and Environment from Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto. Passionate about combating climate change and biodiversity loss, he has volunteered with NGOs like the Young African Leadership Initiative (YALI) and the Climate Action Group […]