Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program Alumni

Undergraduates

  • Shazmeen Omar

    Throughout the completion of her IB Diploma, Shazmeen has excelled in Biology, earning top grades in the subject. Shazmeen also has a gift for…

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  • Prudence Nakawooya

    n the classroom, Prudence has been praised and rewarded for her elite academic achievements. In addition to her prowess in physics and math, she…

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  • Tadiwanashe ‘Keith’ Macheka

    Keith earned a scholarship at the Harare International School to complete an IB Diploma. Keith has shown talent in multiple areas of academic study,…

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  • Protus Lang’at

    In the classroom, Protus has demonstrated great knowledge and promise in Sciences, Mathematics and Economics. He was given an opportunity to intern at Equity…

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  • Brian Kiiza

    Brian’s academic career has been funded by a series of merit based scholarships; his work ethic and academic performance earned him a place at…

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  • Bwalya Kasanda

    Bwalya earned scholarships from both The Kucetekela Foundation and Pestalozzi International Village and finished her IB Diploma in the United Kingdom at East Sussex…

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  • Mariam Eji-Lasisi

    Despite facing a number of financial and struggles throughout her schooling, Mariam’s goals for academic excellence and community service are crystal clear. Overcoming both…

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  • Lemlem Taye Degefie

    Lemlem is both a passionate advocate and grateful beneficiary of the power of education. Her tenacity for learning paid off when she was awarded…

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  • Anagabah Sally Asu

    For Sally, the transition from her school in Cameroon to the world renowned African Leadership Academy (ALA) in South Africa was a monumental leap…

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  • Cassandra Adjetey

    Above all else, Cassandra is a firm believer in the power of hope. She strives to be a beacon of hope for those who…

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  • Vanina Umutako

    Vanina is described as an outstanding learner who exhibits continuous courage and zeal to take on academic challenges. When faced with difficult concepts, she…

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  • Gisele Umuhoza

    Academically, Gisele is a top student who is always challenging herself intellectually by taking and excelling in the hardest combination of courses. In fact,…

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Graduates

  • Joshua Azza

    Faculty: Medicine Program: Master of Public Health Year: 2019 Country: Tanzania Joshua holds a Bachelor of Science degree from Duke University where he pursued a double major in Biology and Music with a Performance Concertation, and a minor in Chemistry. His mentors describe him as adventurous, eager to learn, innovative, and a passionate individual with…

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  • Blessing Mangwanda

    Faculty: Forestry Program: Master of Geomatics for Environmental Management Year: 2020 Country: Zimbabwe Blessing is a determined and enthusiastic professional who possesses a drive, self- initiative, and passion for environmental sustainability and climate change. While at the University of Zimbabwe (UZ), he co-founded Green Associates, a student club that focuses on raising environmental awareness amongst…

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  • Oluwatobiloba (Tobi) Akinyele

    Faculty: Land and Food Systems Program: Master of Food Science Year: 2019 Country: Nigeria Tobi is an intelligent, optimistic, cheerful and determined individual with a strong passion for academic excellence. She recently graduated as the University Overall Best Graduating student at the Federal University of Agriculture Abeokuta, Nigeria, where she obtained her Bachelor degree in…

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  • Shukurah Dhupe Alabi

    Faculty: Forestry Program: Master of Sustainable Forest Management Year: 2021 Country: Nigeria Shukurah identifies as a smart, diligent, and persistent individual with a penchant for academic excellence. She earned her Bachelor’s degree in Forestry and Wildlife Management at the Federal University of Agriculture (FUNAAB), Abeokuta, Nigeria with First-Class Honours and was the best student. Actively…

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  • Francis Kpatakpa

    Faculty: Forestry Program: Master of International Forestry Year: 2021 Country: Ghana Francis is a great team player and a passionate nature conservation activist. He has a positive attitude towards work and embraces innovative ways of learning. He graduated from Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology where he obtained his Bachelor’s degree in Natural Resources…

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  • Khalid Muhumed Abdilahi

    Faculty: Science Program: Master of Data Science Year: 2021 Country: Somalia Khalid Abdilahi is a Software Engineer who has extensive experience in designing large-scale systems in big-data automation. His friends and colleagues regard him as someone who is passionate about software development, algorithmic thinking, and teaching others. Khalid graduated from Universiti Tenaga Nasional (UNITEN) in…

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  • Quadri Idowu Akinremi

    Faculty: Land and Food Systems Program: Master of Food Science Year: 2021 Country: Nigeria Quadri is a modest, resilient, and intelligent individual passionate about academic excellence and the ability to use his talent to drive positive change in his community. He graduated as the overall best graduating student at the University of Ilorin, Nigeria, where…

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  • Olaoluwa Michael Igbalajobi

    Faculty: Land and Food Systems Program: Master of Land and Water Systems Year: 2021 Country: Nigeria Olaoluwa is described by his lecturers as being an intelligent, optimistic, and determined person with a strong passion for academic excellence. He obtained his Bachelor’s degree in Agricultural Engineering from the Federal University of Technology (FUTA), Nigeria, with First-Class…

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  • Rhoda Oluwafunke Ayoola

    Faculty: Land and Food Systems Program: Master of Food and Resource Economics Year: 2021 Country: Nigeria Rhoda is a determined and goal-oriented individual who is passionate about the well-being of others. She graduated from the University of Ilorin where she obtained her Bachelor’s degree in Agricultural-Economics with First-Class Honors. While growing up she experienced food…

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  • Ifeoluwa Temitope Olalere

    Faculty: Land and Food Systems Program: Master of Food and Resource Economics Year: 2021 Country: Nigeria Ifeoluwa is described by his academic mentors as being a promising young brilliant, smart, and highly intelligent individual with a strong passion for excellence. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture Economics from the University of Ilorin, Nigeria. He…

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  • Michael Monday

    Faculty: Land and Food Systems Program: Master of Food and Resource Economics Year: 2021 Country: Nigeria Michael is an intelligent, hardworking, and determined goal-getter with exceptional leadership traits. He graduated top of his cohort with First-Class Honours in Agricultural and Resource Economics major and emerged the Best Graduating Student in the Faculty of Agriculture at…

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  • Taiwo Owoseni

    Faculty: Science Program: Master of Data Science Year: 2021 Country: Nigeria Taiwo Owoseni received her Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science at the Federal University of Technology, Akure. Her undying yearn for self-development pushed her to intern with Devcareers birthing her journey into Data Science. Driven by her curiosity for Data Science, she enrolled with AI…

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