We are currently open for applications. Please apply here.
In partnership with the Graça Machel Trust, we award this scholarship on an annual basis.
Are you eligible?
To apply for a scholarship under this programme you must be:
- Female
- A national of and normally resident in one of the SADC countries: Angola, Botswana, DRC, Lesotho, Madagascar, Malawi, Mauritius, Mozambique, Namibia, South Africa, Swaziland, Tanzania, Zambia, Zimbabwe
- In possession of a good first degree (minimum second class, upper division or equivalent) or about to graduate in the year of application
- Studying or applying to study at a South African university
Please consult the Graça Machel Scholarships for Women Guidance Notes for details.
What we offer
Full tuition, stipend and other support for Honours, masters and PhD study at South African universities.
How to apply
The application process is now open and will close at 3 pm BST on 28 July 2014for
study commencing in 2015. Applicants must apply to their chosen
universities separately and awards are conditional on the applicant
being offered a place at the relevant university.
This scholarship is generously funded by The Sol Plaatje Trust, MacSteel International and others.