danieloy4:
I just want to give a word of encouragement to students who are searching for scholarships

Everything has to do with information. Many people are aware of these scholarships but don’t know how to apply. So they just go back to the school they finished from and life goes on. We don’t really research here for what will benefit us. Most of us youths pay for data every single month and at the end of the month, we have spent money but there’s nothing of value we have gotten from the money we have spent. There are lots of scholarships out there that fit different courses and degrees and a lot of people from Africa are winning them. So students should learn to make researches.

People must also be very confident in themselves. There are friends and family members who would try to discourage you saying all sorts of things like you couldn’t beat the competition and that the money you would spend on processing your application, sitting for the IELTS test, paying for courier services and all, would go to waste at the end of the day. There must be some effort coming from the student even if the scholarship is free.

Then you see that some people are so conscious of money. We want everything to be free of charge. There are alot colleagues who want the scholarships too but immediately they see any scholarship that requires them to take the English Proficiency test, they back off at once, no matter how easy the scholarship might be. Nothing is free in Freetown.

Also, students should be more flexible with their choices. Everybody is clamouring to have their Masters in the US, UK and Canada. The schools in those places are now too hard to get into. Students can choose other schools in other countries and still make a wise decision. And When you want to apply for your PhD, you will have greater opportunity to cross into any country you want because by then, you would have had the international exposure.

The truth is Africans are respected out there. The white people respect our brains because we are indeed very smart people. So we don’t have to undermine our talents and lower our expectations.

So make sure the information doesn't end up with you whether you're qualified or not, share with others that don't know how to get the informations about scholarships.

True tho.
Do u knw of any whatsapp group for this purpose? Kindly let me knw if u do bro . Thanks

APPLY: Master’s Degree and Internship Program of the African Business Education Initiative for Youth


The International Labour Organization (ILO) points out that the number of youth unemployment in Africa has reached nearly 75 million, almost one third of the youth population (200 million) in the whole region. Given these circumstances, it is expected that the yield of value-added industries and the realization of high productivity of industries in Africa, will resolve the issue as they generate job opportunities, and bring about more stabilized economies. Moreover, Japanese enterprises are showing strong recognition of and interest in a prosperous Africa.

WORTH

JICA will provide the following expenses for participant of the programme which is equivalent to similar JICA scheme.

Tuition at Japanese university master’s degree programs (and research student)
Allowances for living expenses, outfit, shipping etc
A round-trip airfare
Expenses for support programs during the study in Japan, including the costs of observation tours and internship

ELIGIBILITY

Applicants must be:

Citizens of one of the 54 African countries(Nigeria Included)
Between 22 and 39 years old (as of April 1st in the year of you arrival in Japan)
A bachelor’s degree holder
In good health condition, both physically and mentally, to complete the program
Applying or planning to apply for scholarship programs offered by other organizations

DEADLINE: October 28 2016

Source: http://youthhubafrica.org/apply-masters-degree-and-internship-program-of-the-african-business-education-initiative-for-youth/

APPLICATIONS OPEN FOR 2017 INTERNATIONAL MBA SCHOLARSHIPS IN SWITZERLAND



Application Deadline: The deadline to apply for any scholarship is September 30, 2016.

International Institute for Management Development (IMD) is pleased to offer approximately 17 CHF500’000 scholarships to study MBA program. International applicants can apply for these scholarships.

MBAThe aim of the International Institute for Management Development (IMD) MBA is to enable and encourage academically able students from any nationality. IMD’s vision is to be the best in the world at enabling the development of successful global leaders – individuals, teams, and organisations.

The IMD MBA is designed to ensure that applicant’s master the fundamentals needed in business today and increase their self-awareness so that they can confidently select adequate responses to business challenges worldwide.

Applicants must have bachelor’s degree or equivalent from an accredited institution.

Course Level: Scholarships are available for pursuing masters degree program at IMD College in Switzerland.

Study Subject: Scholarships are awarded for MBA course at IMD College in Switzerland.

Scholarship Award: The total amount of scholarships available each year is around CHF500’000. The maximum financial aid awarded per admitted candidate is CHF 65,000.





Scholarship can be taken in the Switzerland

Eligibility: Criteria of each scholarship is stated below-

MBA Class Scholarship for Emerging Markets – CHF 200’000 (to be split between the winners of the scholarship)

For citizens of developing countries to enable young leaders who meet the following criteria to earn the IMD MBA degree.

Demonstrate financial need by completing our Financial Aid Application
Good academic results (GMAT)
Strong reference letters
Steady career progression
Staton Scholarship (x 1) CHF 50,000

For applicants from South America (with the exception of Brazil), on condition that the candidate returns to South America for at least three years after graduation.

Demonstrate financial need by completing our Financial Aid Application and submit a 750-word essay on:
The role of entrepreneurship in moving my country forward and my contribution to that goal.
IMD MBA Future Leaders Scholarships (x 3) CHF 30,000

For applicants who demonstrate exceptional leadership understanding.

Submit a 750-word essay on: It has been said that success in business requires flexibility to be responsive, but also a commitment to a recognized set of values. Discuss using your personal and professional experience.
IMD MBA Alumni Scholarships (x 5) CHF 30,000

One scholarship is awarded to a citizen, but not necessarily current resident, of each region: Asia, Africa/Middle East, Latin America, Eastern Europe and Western Europe/North America/Oceania

Demonstrate financial need by completing our Financial Aid Application and submit a 1,000-word essay on:
Identify one issue in your region / country which you consider a priority to address. Why would you choose this issue? How would you, as a business leader, personally address it and ensure your action has a sustainable impact?
Essays should be personal and visionary, and include a clear description of how the solution could be implemented in a sustained manner.
Nestlé Scholarship for Women (x 1) CHF 25,000

Preference is given to women from developing countries*.

Demonstrate financial need by completing our Financial Aid Application and submit a 750-word essay on:
Many have argued that greater diversity in the Top Management team of an organisation is good for profits and customers. What would you recommend as ways to achieve greater diversity?
*Employees of Nestlé and its subsidiaries are not eligible

Jim Ellert Scholarship (x 1) CHF 20,000

Preference is given to citizens from Africa, Central and Eastern Europe and the South-Eastern Asian Peninsula.

Demonstrate financial need by completing our Financial Aid Application and submit a 500-word essay on:
Why would I like to do an MBA at IMD?
The quality of the admission application will also be taken into consideration
Stewart Hamilton Scholarship (x 1) CHF 20,000

For applicants who demonstrate an understanding of corporate governance and corporate responsibility.

Demonstrate financial need by completing our Financial Aid Application, read the case study ‘Hollinger and the Downfall of Conrad Black’ and submit a 750-word essay on:
What failed in the Hollinger corporate governance system and what are your personal learnings from this case study?
IMD MBA Merit Scholarships (x 5) CHF 10,000

Awarded at the discretion of IMD’s Admissions Committee at the time of offer to applicants who demonstrated exceptional qualities throughout the admissions process.

Nationality: International applicants can apply for these scholarships. (MBA Class Scholarship for Emerging Markets-For citizens of developing countries, Staton Scholarship-For applicants from South America (with the exception of Brazil), IMD MBA Alumni Scholarships-Asia, Africa/Middle East, Latin America, Eastern Europe and Western Europe/North America/Oceania, Nestlé Scholarship for Women-Preference is given to women from developing countries, Jim Ellert Scholarship-Preference is given to citizens from Africa, Central and Eastern Europe and the South-Eastern Asian Peninsula)

College Admission Requirement

Entrance Requirement: In order to be eligible for the program applicants will need to meet the following criteria.

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent from an accredited institution
Age range 25-35
GMAT (80% of our MBA participants score between 620 and 750)
A minimum of three years full-time work experience
A strong command of written and spoken English
At least one language in addition to English
Test Requirement: No

English Language Requirements: Applicants from outside the home country will often need to meet specific English language/other language requirements in order to be able to study there.

How to Apply: In order to apply please ensure that applicants:

Use the IMD MBA Scholarship Template to write their essays
Complete the MBA Financial Aid Application Form (when requested) and submit their full application to mbafinance-at-imd.org
All essays should reflect applicants personal point of view expressed in their own words if necessary supported by proper citation.

IMD reserves the right not to award a scholarship if the criteria are not met to the satisfaction of the jury/sponsors.

Source: http://khmer-online.com/2016/08/21/applications-open-2017-international-mba-scholarships-switzerland-2/

Akoma Media Is Organising A Paid Fellowship Program For Writers


aKoma Media, in partnership with The MasterCard Foundation, is organising a paid fellowship program for talented African writers and storytellers. The programme is called Amplify and it’s launching in Kigali (Rwanda), Nairobi (Kenya), and Lagos (Nigeria) this September.

The entire point of Amplify is to develop young and dynamic writers into authors who will craft compelling stories about Africa. For 6 months, these young writers (between the ages of 21 and 34) will undergo instruction programs that will build their skills as storytellers and at the same time, fill a much-needed media and storytelling talent pipeline in Africa.

In the words of aKoma CEO and cofounder, Zain Verjee, “Amplify is a great platform to find and nurture talented Africans who want to create amazing content, acquire and develop creation skills, and distribute their work globally.” Seeing as it’s a paid fellowship, Amplify Fellows will receive a monthly stipend and digital hardware as part of their program benefits.

aKoma is an open source content platform and storytelling community where a combination of user-generated and original content about Africa and its diaspora are created, published and shared with the world. Cofounder Zain sees Amplify as a way to “develop an exclusive network of multimedia storytellers who will be able to tell universal stories about Africa, and armed with the skills to work for major media outlets, freelance, or start their own storytelling shops.”

Applications are open, and young writers who are looking for careers in media and content development are welcome to apply. So if you’re a writer in any of the available cities and you find this interesting. And if you’re not or you don’t, spread the word.

Source:http://techcabal.com/2016/08/25/akoma-media-is-organising-a-paid-fellowship-program-for-writers/

APPLY: Etisalat Flash Fiction Award 2016.

The Flash fiction award is a creativity offshoot that has been established to cater for the interest of unpublished writers across the continent and to garner publicity for the art of flash fiction writing and the writers.

In today’s fast paced world where communication is right at our fingertips through smart devices; phones, tablets and the likes, consumers prefer to consume information on-the- go and in bite sized chunks. The Flash Fiction Award seeks to marry both of these concepts together thus providing added value to mobile device users across Africa.

WORTH

Winning Author will be awarded £1,000 cash prize and a high end device.
Runners up (2) will be awarded £500 cash prize and a high end device each.
Winners of the Top 50 stories will have a published e-book compilation by okadabooks.com promoted online and via SMS and published print book (if available) distributed at award ceremony.
ELIGIBILITY·

The competition is open to all writers of unpublished short stories.

Application Opens: September 1 2016
DEADLINE: October 14 2016

Share with someone that you know is talented in writing short stories who would benefit

Source: http://youthhubafrica.org/apply-etisalat-flash-fiction-award-2016/

APPLY: Government of Republic of China (Masters) Scholarships for Africans to study in China 2016/2017

The Department of Human Resources, Science and Technology of the African Union Commission has the role to ensure the coordination of AU programmes in education and human resource development; science, technology and innovation; and youth empowerment. The Department provides technical support to Member States in the development and implementation of policies and programmes towards harmonization, Intra-African collaboration and experience sharing, as well as quality assurance in these fields, as contribution to attainment of the AU vision of integration, peace and prosperity of Africa.

WORTH

The scholarship will be fully funded by The Government of The People’s Republic of China.
The Government of The People’s Republic of China has made scholarship offers to the African Union Commission, through the Department of Human Resources, Science and Technology, to enable African students study in China in the 2016-2017 Academiclanguage
ELIGIBILITY

In order to apply, applicant must:

Have a degree from a recognized university, with at least a second class upper division or its equivalent, in a relevant field.
Be 32 years old maximum
Be fluent in the English language, as it is the teaching language
The Scholarships are intended for studies leading to the award of the following Masters Degree: Public Administration,Public Health and International Communication


DEADLINE: September 9 2016

UCJUI presents the 2nd edition of FISAYO SOYOMBO INTER-UNIVERSITY ESSAY CONTEST. What are you waiting for? Pick up your pen... 100,000 naira is at stake!

Gates Cambridge Scholarships Programme 2017 for Study at the University of Cambridge, UK (Fully Funded)

Application Deadline: December 7th 2016

The Gates Cambridge Scholarships are one of the most prestigious international scholarships in the world. The Gates Cambridge Scholarship programme was established in October 2000 by a donation of US$210m from the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation to the University of Cambridge; this is the largest ever single donation to a UK university.

Scholarships are awarded to outstanding applicants from countries outside the UK to pursue a full-time postgraduate degree in any subject available at the University of Cambridge. The selection criteria are:

outstanding intellectual ability
leadership potential
a commitment to improving the lives of others
a good fit between the applicant’s qualifications and aspirations and the postgraduate programme at Cambridge for which they are applying

Eligibility Requirements:

Scholarships are available for a postgraduate degree in any subject at Cambridge for applicants who are ordinarily resident outside the United Kingdom
You can apply for a Gates Cambridge Scholarship if you are:

a citizen of any country outside the United Kingdom
applying to pursue one of the following full-time residential courses of study at the University of Cambridge:
PhD (three year research-only degree)
MSc or MLitt (two year research-only degree)
One year postgraduate course (e.g. MPhil, LLM, MASt, Diploma, MBA etc.)
Scholarship Worth:

A Gates Cambridge Scholarship covers the full cost of studying at Cambridge. It also provides additional, discretionary funding.
The Gates Cambridge Scholarship is one of the most generous international scholarships available. It covers the following costs:

Core components

the University Composition Fee at the appropriate rate*
a maintenance allowance for a single student (£14,600 for 12 months at the 2016-17 rate; pro rata for courses shorter than 12 months)
one economy single airfare at both the beginning and end of the course
inbound visa costs & associated NHS surcharge costs
Discretionary components

The Trust also considers applications for several types of additional funding on a discretionary basis:

Academic development funding – from £500 to £1,500, dependent on the length of your course, to attend conferences and courses.
Family allowance – up to £10,120 for a first child and up to £4,320 for a second child (2016-17 rate). No funding is provided for a partner.
Fieldwork – you may apply to keep up to your normal maintenance allowance while on fieldwork as part of your PhD.
Hardship funding – for unforeseen difficulties
Maternity/Paternity funding – should you require it, you may apply to intermit your studies for up to 6 months and continue to receive your maintenance allowance during this time
Some fourth year funding for PhD Scholars may be provided

How to Apply:

Applicants apply on a single form for admission to a course and a College and for a Gates Cambridge Scholarship.
Standard applications (via the Graduate Admissions Office)

Applicants apply for a Gates Cambridge Scholarship and admission to their chosen postgraduate course at the University of Cambridge and a Cambridge College via the Graduate Admissions Office, using the Graduate Application Form and supporting documents.

It is not possible to apply for a Gates Cambridge Scholarship without applying to the University of Cambridge. You must apply for admission as a postgraduate student to the University of Cambridge and a Gates Cambridge Scholarship at the same time, using the one application pack.

[If you are applying for admission to the MBA or Master of Finance programme you apply for a Gates Cambridge Scholarship via the Judge Business School (see below)]

To be considered for postgraduate admission and a Gates Cambridge Scholarship all applicants must submit the following documents to the Graduate Admissions Office by the relevant deadline:-

Graduate Application Form (which includes a Gates Cambridge section)
Academic transcripts
2 academic references
1 personal reference (for the Gates Cambridge Scholarship)
Although not specifically required for the Gates Cambridge application, the Graduate Admissions Office or academic department may require some applicants to submit the following for admission to the University:

English language test scores (if English is not your first language)
A research proposal, an example of your written work, a GRE/GMAT score, etc. Not all applicants will be required to submit such documents – you will find details of what you need to submit in the Graduate Studies Prospectus and department website.
Timeline:

Deadlines for October 2017 entry: 12 October 2016 (US round) and 7 December 2016 (International round). Check which one applies to you.
The two application rounds:

Round 1: US citizens normally resident in the USA
Round 2: citizens of all countries other than the USA (except the United Kingdom) and US citizens normally resident outside the USA
Key dates for each round for October 2017 entry are given below.

What stage? Round 1 Round 2
Applications open 5 September 2016 5 September 2016
Application deadline 12 October 2016* 7 December 2016*
Supporting documents deadline 7 days after submitting application 7 days after submitting application
References deadline 7 days after submitting application 7 days after submitting application
Departmental ranking October – November December – February
Trust shortlisting Mid-December Early March
Shortlisted candidates invited to interview Late December Early March
Interviews 27 & 28 January 2017 (USA) 28 & 29 March 2017 (Cambridge, UK)
Scholarships offered Early February Late March

Source:http://www.opportunitiesforafricans.com/gates-cambridge-scholarships-programme-2017-for-study-at-the-university-of-cambridge-uk-fully-funded/

Scholarship Essays (Do's and Don'ts)

How to Write a Scholarship Application Cover Letter

When deciding who to grant a scholarship to, scholarship evaluation boards have a lot of information to take into consideration. In some cases, the decision will be based on academic excellence (high grades, language skills, good overall academic skills and record) or on economic factors (low income, family difficulties).

In many cases, you are required to attach a scholarship application cover letter, in which you should explain why you are applying for this specific scholarship and how it could help you achieve your education and career objectives. This is one of the best tools you can use to make your scholarship application a success, together with the correct submission of any other required documents. Here are some tips on how to write a compelling scholarship application cover letter.

1. Explain why you’re a good match for the scholarship
The scholarship application cover letter is an opportunity to outline your main strengths from an educational and professional perspective, your plans for future career growth, why you would be suitable for this scholarship, and how you would benefit if selected. Make sure you cover all of these points, using specific examples where possible.

2. Establish a formal tone, use a clear structure and check spellings
The cover letter should be written in a formal tone, and have a clear, concise, structured flow. Each applicant should also make sure to check for and correct any accidental spelling or grammar mistakes. To make sure you submit a successful cover letter, ask another person, with an objective eye, to read it before sending. This will minimize the risk of any spelling or grammatical errors, and can also help you eliminate any information that is unclear, redundant or irrelevant to what you are asking for.

3. Match your cover letter to the context
There are various situations of scholarship applications in which you would be requested to attach a cover letter. You may, at the same time, be applying for admission to an institution or a program. Or you may be requesting a grant or scholarship to cover tuition fees or other costs for a program you have already been admitted to.

If your letter is intended for the initial case, you should start with a formal address and greeting, followed by a short paragraph presenting your academic skills, achievements and strengths. The following paragraph should explain the reasons you would need a scholarship to fund your studies. The third paragraph should talk about how the specific program, course or project you are applying for will help you achieve your objectives, and how you can contribute during your studies. Do not forget to close with a formal, polite farewell.

If the letter is requesting funding for a program you have already been accepted to, there are a few aspects you should consider. The introduction should be similar to the structure above, emphasizing your academic skills. In the second paragraph you should emphasize your financial condition, and the reasons why you need the funding. In a third paragraph you can explain your interest in studying at that specific institution and how much you will be able to benefit from it.

In such cases, the institution may actually provide you with guidelines for the information to be included in the scholarship application cover letter, such as income data, career background etc.

To conclude the scholarship application cover letter is meant to highlight your strengths, academic skills and goals, and you should ensure you fully communicate all of these in order to ensure your success.

SOURCE:http://www.topuniversities.com/blog/how-write-scholarship-application-cover-letter

If you have a friend, cousin, nephew, sibling and ward that is interested in studying agricultural related courses at Landmark University Omu-Aran, David Oyedepo Foundation has approved the scholarship for such candidate, registration closes 30th September 2016.
Visit the university website for further details...pls rebroadcast this.

Caine Prize 2017 for African Writers of Short Story (£10,000 Cash Prize & Funded Workshop in London)

Application Deadline: 31 January 2017

An annual literature prize awarded to the writer of an African short story
The Caine Prize for African Writing is a literature prize awarded to an African writer of a short story published in English. The prize was launched in 2000 to encourage and highlight the richness and diversity of African writing by bringing it to a wider audience internationally. The focus on the short story reflects the contemporary development of the African story-telling tradition.

Benefits:

Winning and short-listed authors will be invited to participate in writers’ workshops in Africa, London and elsewhere as resources permit.
There is a cash prize of £10,000 for the winning author and a travel award for each of the short-listed candidates (up to five in all).
The shortlisted candidates will also receive a Prize of £500. The winner is also invited to go to three literature festivals in Kenya, South Africa and Nigeria.

Eligibility

Unpublished work is not eligible for the Caine Prize.
Submissions should be made by publishers only.
Only fictional work is eligible.
Only one story per author will be considered in any one year.
Submissions should specify which African country the author comes from and the word count.
We require 6 copies of the work in its originally published version.
If the work is published in a book or journal, we would like to receive at least one copy of the book / journal and five photocopies; but particularly where several stories are submitted from one anthology we would like if possible to receive six copies of the book / journal itself.
If the work is published online, we would like to receive six photocopies.
Please note that works which do not conform to the criteria will not be considered for the prize. Please do not waste your own time and postage by sending in material which is unsuitable. Works not eligible for entry include stories for children, factual writing, plays, biography, works shorter than 3000 words and unpublished work.

How to Apply:

There is no application form. To apply please send six original published copies of the work for consideration to the Caine Prize office.

If the work is published in a book or journal, we would like to receive at least one copy of the book / journal and five photocopies; but particularly where several stories are submitted from one anthology we would like if possible to receive six copies of the book / journal itself.
If published in a magazine or journal we will accept one original copy plus five photocopies, but would prefer six original copies.
If the work is published online, we would like to receive six printed copies.

Source: http://www.opportunitiesforafricans.com/caine-prize-2017-for-african-writers-of-short-story-10000-cash-prize-funded-workshop-in-london/

A picture speaks more than a thousand words, in one picture and 50 words, share your story about education in Africa with us.

Opinions about education in Africa vary widely. From overcrowded classes and lack of basic infrastructure to innovative alternative education strategies, our Continent gets a fair share of educational media coverage. However, who could be better at describing the state of education than the youth who have been and/or are being subjected to it. myEdu Africa is a platform for young Africans to become the narrators of African stories. By sharing our stories, we can begin to understand our diversities and unifying themes. We can also get our governments, policy makers and key stakeholders to see life through our eyes and hopefully, we can spark a revolution that will change the face of education on the continent.
Your story is yours to tell, so feel free to distil your experiences, dreams, passions, and realities in interpreting the brief.

PRIZES
1: $500 USD
2: $250 USD
3: $100 USD
4-10: $50 USD

INTANGIBLE REWARDS
Opportunity to feature your story and entry in the accompanying myEdu Africa documentary
Selected entries will be featured on a digital gallery and exhibitions showcasing education in Africa
A global platform with immense possibilities
ELIGIBILITY
This contest is open to everyone educated in Africa, resident in Africa, and between the ages of 15 and 40. Only one entry is allowed per person
The photos must be taken in Africa and should not have been entered into a previous contest or published elsewhere. Entrants must own full rights to the submitted photo.

PROCESS
The contest opens on the 16th of September and entries can be uploaded on http://iaeafrica.org/contest.php until 23:59 GMT on the 9th of October, 2016. There will be two phases of judging, internal and public. The top 20 entries will be uploaded on the 16th of October for public voting which will last for 14 days. Public voting will end on the 30th of October deciding the winners.

St Antony’s College, University of Oxford, in partnership with the international integrated energy company Eni, is offering up to three students from Angola, Ghana, Mozambique, Nigeria, or the Republic of the Congo (Congo-Brazzaville) the opportunity to study for a fully funded degree in 2017/18.

Source: www.sant.ox.ac.uk/node/273/eni-scholarships

EduShine Foundation

Annual Essay Competition
(Special Edition)

EduShine Foundation a non-profit organisation is focusing on governance at state level this year. Kogi State for her unique potentials has been chosen by the board for 2016 edition.

Do you think you know Kogi State? Here comes an opportunity for you to contribute through writing to governance in Kogi.

Write a maximum 1000-word essay on:

Kogi state at 25: Redefining Quality Governance

The essay should address but not limited to the following:

1. Describe the unique features of Kogi State.

2. Discuss the opportunities and challenges in the State.

3. What development strategies and socio-economic solutions do you recommend to ensure that Governance touches the lives of the People of the State?

Prizes:
1st Prize 50,000 + Startimes DTT with 2-month subscription
2nd Prize 30,000 + Startimes DTT with 2-month subscription
3rd Prize 20,000 + Startimes DTT with 2-month subscription
4th Prize 5,000 + Startimes DTT with 2-month subscription

There are 16 consolation prizes of Startimes DTT with 2-month subscription.

Send your essays to info@edushinefoundation.org

Deadline October 31st, 2016.

Age Limit:
15-25 years

Apply: Youth Ag-Summit Essay Contest 2017 – Win a trip to Brussels, Belgium


Deadline: January 13, 2017

Applications are now open for the 2017 Essay Contest to join the Youth Ag-Summit 2017 in Brussels, Belgium. From October 9-13, 2017, young leaders from around the world will gather at the Youth Ag-Summit to discuss ideas, develop a vision and deliver action. If you’re 18-25 and care about our planet’s future, you should be part of this. Send in your thoughts and they might send you to Brussels, Belgium to share them with 100 other bright young minds and leaders.

About the Summit

The Youth Ag-Summit is a week-long event that serves as a forum for young leaders to discuss opportunities, collaborate and find answers and solutions to the question “How do we feed a hungry planet?” The Summit is a unique event, which brings together talented young minds to explore and discuss solutions on global food challenges.

Essay Question

In the next 40 years, it is projected that the world population will grow from 7 to almost 10 billion. However, 1 billion people today still do not have enough safe and nutritious food to eat. Demand is rising while resources are dwindling. Solutions are strongly debated across rural, urban and international communities.

In September 2015, the world’s leaders came together to agree on the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure prosperity for all.

In the context of “Feeding a hungry planet” and using your own village, town, city or country as your point of reference, tell us on which SDGs youth can have the most impact in the next one to five years, both at a local and global level.

You should explain how working on these SDGs youth can bring real change to agricultural or food chain practices, or personal and community behaviors, that could help feed 10 billion and create a more sustainable local and global society.

Prize

The Youth Ag-Summit is not about winning a prize. It rather serves as an international forum where young people from all over the world can exchange and discuss their ideas about the challenges in agriculture.

You are invited to travel to Belgium from October 9-13, 2017 to gain valuable experience as well as an international network for the future. Your flight and transportation costs are covered by the Youth Ag-Summit organizers.

Eligibility

Young people (aged 18-25) with a passion for sustainable agriculture, food security and safety.
Your ability to demonstrate your original ideas and your passion will be the key selection criteria for the Youth Ag-Summit.
Essays of 1,500 words (maximum) are being accepted through January 13, 2017.
How to Participate

Source:http://opportunitydesk.org/2016/09/25/youth-ag-summit-essay-contest-2017/

NNPC/Total Scholarship Scheme for Nigerian Students 2016/2017

Total Upstream Nigeria Limited (TUPNI), in pursuance of its Corporate Social Responsibility, is pleased to announce the commencement of 2016/2017 NNPC/TOTAL National Merit Scholarship application. The Total scholarship Selection Test will be conducted on Saturday December 3, 2016, at eleven (11) Centers across the Country.



Application Deadline: 4th November, 2016.

Offered annually? Yes

Eligible Countries: Nigeria

To be taken at (country): Nigerian Tertiary Institutions

Eligible Fields of Study:

– Accounting
– Agricultural Sciences
– Business Administration
– Banking & Finance
– Engineering
– Computer Sciences
– Environmental Sciences
– Pure and Applied Sciences
– Land & Quantity Surveying
– Law
– Medical Sciences

About Scholarship: Each year, Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC), and Total Upstream Companies in Nigeria (TUCN): Total Exploration & Production Nigeria Limited (Total E&P Nig Ltd) and Total Upstream Nigeria Limited (TUPNI), award scholarships to deserving Nigerian students in the tertiary institutions in the country.

The Total Scholarship scheme is aimed at promoting academic excellence and quality manpower development in the Country. This is one of the the many ways Total demonstrates its commitment to the educational development of Nigerian students. This is part of Total’s rich Corporate Social Responsibility. This scholarship scheme has been successfully carried out over the years.

total scholarshipType: Full time 100 level and 200 level undergraduate students in any Nigerian university.

Selection Criteria and Eligibility

Be a Registered FULL TIME undergraduate in a recognized Nigerian University
Be a certified 100 or 200 level student at the time of application
Show proof of SSCE or Equivalent Certificate.
Show proof of the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examinations (UTME) score.
Show proof of Admission letter from the University and Matriculation Number
Show proof of A-level or Equivalent Certificate (for direct entry students)

PLEASE NOTE:

Students with less than 200 score in UTME need not apply
Students with less than 2.50 CGPA of 5-point scale, or equivalent
300 level students and above need not apply
Current beneficiaries of similar awards from any other Company or Government Agency need not apply
Number of Scholarships: Several

Value of Scholarship: Yet to be confirmed

Duration of Scholarship: Onetime financial support

How to Apply

Personal Information: Enter your name, date of birth and permanent home address Upload your recent passport photograph.
Contact Information: Enter your email and mobile phone information. Only use an active email and mobile phone number.
Origin: Enter your state and local government of origin data. You are required to upload a certificate or proof of origin from your local government or state.
University Information: Select your university, course and year of study. You will be required to upload your JAMB/University admission letter.
Result Information: Input your JAMB score or CPGA. You are required to upload your JAMB statement of result and university CPGA. For year two medical students, your JAMB score suffices.

6. Review Application: Review your application ensure all fields have been correctly entered. Upload all the documents required:

Recent Passport Photograph
Certificate or Proof of Origin
Senior Secondary Certificate of Education (SSCE)
UTME result
JAMB/University Admission Letter
1st Year Result showing CGPA
7. Conclusion: Attest that all info given is true. Accept terms and condition. On screen alert will confirm that you have successfully completed the application. You will receive an email to confirm this too.

Sponsors: Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC), and Total Upstream Companies in Nigeria (TUCN)

Important Notes: Total scholarship Application Forms must be completed online. Candidates will fully bear the cost transportation to test venue as no reimbursement shall be made. Candidates are therefore advised to choose text center closest to them.

Source:http://www.afterschoolafrica.com/761/total-nigeria-scholarship-national/

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