The 2027 round is closed. Applications for the Class of 2028 are scheduled to open on 9 March 2027.
Status based on the dated official-source review; the current provider instructions take precedence.The opportunity
Mandela Rhodes Scholarship is offered by The Mandela Rhodes Foundation. Postgraduate financial support and a leadership programme for selected Honours or master’s study in South Africa.
What the funding covers
- Postgraduate financial support and a leadership programme for selected Honours or master’s study in South Africa.
Eligibility and conditions
Citizens of African countries aged 19–29 in the application year with a strong undergraduate record and leadership potential.
Subject area: Multiple subjects
How to apply
Follow the official provider’s eligibility and application instructions. A university admission application, institutional nomination or separate funding application may be required.
Official-source review: 2026-10-15. This is an editorial snapshot, not a live funding feed.
https://www.mandelarhodes.org/scholarship/apply/