2026 Ashinaga Africa Initiative Scholarship
The Ashinaga Africa Initiative (AAI) Scholarship 2026 provides talented students from Sub-Saharan Africa with an opportunity to pursue undergraduate studies abroad. The fully funded programme supports students who have lost one or both parents and demonstrates financial need, while also providing leadership development and preparatory training.
Scholarship Overview
| Country | Multiple Countries |
|---|---|
| Degree Level | Undergraduate |
| Funding Type | Fully Funded |
| Deadline | August 30, 2026 |
About the Ashinaga Africa Initiative Scholarship
The Ashinaga Africa Initiative (AAI) is an international leadership programme that supports talented students from Sub-Saharan Africa who have lost one or both parents and require financial assistance to pursue higher education abroad. The programme combines financial support for university studies with leadership development and preparatory training.
Scholars are expected to develop the knowledge, skills, and leadership abilities needed to contribute to positive change and development in their home countries or elsewhere in Sub-Saharan Africa after graduation. Selected participants receive support throughout the international university education process.
Scholarship Benefits
- Full tuition coverage.
- Accommodation during academic terms and vacations.
- Insurance coverage.
- International flight expenses.
- Monthly stipend for food and necessary academic expenses.
- Leadership training and development.
- Preparatory programmes before university enrollment.
- Support throughout the international university education process.
Eligibility Criteria
- Must be from an eligible Sub-Saharan African country.
- Must have lost one or both parents.
- Must have completed secondary school and received the relevant national examination results within the specified period, or be completing secondary school and receive final results.
- Must demonstrate financial need and lack the means to study at a university abroad without external support.
- Must be proficient in English, French, or Portuguese.
- Must have consistently ranked among the top 10% of their class during the final two or three years of secondary school.
- Must be able to participate in the two Ashinaga preparatory programmes over one year before university studies.
- Must be committed to returning to their home country or another Sub-Saharan African country after graduation and contributing to its development.
- Must not have dependents that could interfere with academic progress.
- Must be in sufficiently good health to study abroad.
Required Documents
- Passport, national identity card, or birth certificate.
- Death or disappearance certificate of the parent(s), or another official document proving orphan status.
- Most recent secondary school report or transcript.
- Baccalaureate certificate or other proof of secondary school completion, where applicable.
- University academic results, if currently enrolled in university.
How to Apply
- Press the Apply Now button below to access the official scholarship page.
- Review the Ashinaga Africa Initiative eligibility requirements.
- Prepare clear copies or scans of all required documents.
- Complete the official AAI application according to the provided instructions.
- Submit the application before the August 30, 2026 deadline.
- Ensure that you do not make any payment to individuals requesting money for the application or selection process, as the application and selection process are free.
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