Apply for the TAGDev 2.0 Scholarship (RUFORUM/Mastercard Foundation)

Calling all academically talented yet economically challenged African students! Partnering with Mastercard Foundation, RUFORUM (Regional Universities Forum for Capacity Building in Agriculture) is offering a life-changing opportunity through the TAGDev 2.0 Scholarship program.

This 10-year initiative (2023-2033) aims to empower young Africans to drive positive change in agriculture and food systems. The program strengthens universities in Kenya and Uganda to equip students with the skills and knowledge to achieve this goal.

Who can Apply?

• Nationals of Kenya and Uganda
• Refugees residing in Uganda or Kenya
• Applicants from disadvantaged backgrounds, conflict zones, or marginalized communities
• Undergraduate applicants: below 25 years old
• Master’s applicants: below 30 years old (34 years for refugees and persons with disabilities)
• Completed secondary school/diploma within the last two years (for undergraduate applications)
• Meet admission requirements at Egerton or Gulu University
• Demonstrate passion for agriculture, agribusiness, and entrepreneurship
• Possess leadership qualities and a commitment to serving others

Eligible Programs (2024/2025):

Gulu University (Uganda)

• Undergraduate:
  • BSc. Agriculture
  • BSc. Food Bioscience and Agribusiness
  • BSc. Biosystems Engineering
  • BSc. Agrienterpreneurship and Communication Management
• Master’s:
  • MSc. Food Security and Community Nutrition
  • MSc. Agri-Enterprises Development
  • MSc. Agronomy
  • MSc. Biosystems Engineering

Egerton University (Kenya)

• Undergraduate:
  • BSc. Agricultural Education and Extension
  • BSc. Science in Agriculture
• Master’s:
  • MSc Agri Enterprise Development
  • MSc Environmental Studies

Scholarship Benefits:

This comprehensive scholarship covers all your academic expenses: tuition, research costs, workshops, conferences, living stipend, accommodation, a laptop, internship placements, community engagement, and entrepreneurship training.

What is Expected of Scholars?

In return for this generous investment, scholars are expected to excel academically, actively participate in university life, and become changemakers in their communities. This includes contributing to outreach programs, creating job-creating enterprises, and fostering personal growth and dynamism.

Application Deadline: June 30, 2024, Click HERE to Apply

Don’t miss this chance to transform your future and Africa’s agricultural landscape! Apply today!