Mastercard Foundation Scholars encouraged to build purpose-driven enterprises during entrepreneurship guest lecture session
Apr 18, 2025 - By Vincent Juma On April 4, the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program hosted an entrepreneurial guest lecture titled Avoiding Survival-Driven Entrepreneurship. The session, attended by 69 Mastercard Foundation Scholars was facilitated by Mr....    

The Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program hosts an information session facilitated by the University of the Western Cape
Apr 16, 2025 - By Silas Otieno Recently, the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program hosted an engaging info-session by the Program’s team from the University of the Western Cape (UWC). Designed as a platform for providing more insights and guidance regarding...    

Mastercard Foundation Scholars launch Jasper Primary School to transform rural education in Uganda
Apr 16, 2025 - By Eric Ayamba On April 10, the village of Nyairongo came alive as community members, education advocates, and other guests gathered to celebrate the official launch of Jasper Primary School. The ceremony was officiated by Ms. Margaret Obilo,...    

The Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program Alumni hosts first meet and greet session
Apr 16, 2025 - By Silas Otieno On April 12, the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program Alumni held a meet and greet event at the scenic Karura Forest. Organized as a platform for reconnecting, collaboration and reflection, the event brought together the class of...    

From USIU-Africa to Africa: Dudi Nyok Luats mission to lead through service
Apr 11, 2025 - By Angela Achol Dudi Nyok Luat, a young, vibrant leader who oozes off charisma, integrity and wits traversed from the emerald heart of Africa (Juba) to the pearl of East Africa (Kenya) with a bag full of dreams. Pomp, bright colors, ululations and...    

Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program team at USIU-Africa joins EFAC for insightful transition workshop at Africa Nazarene University
Mar 28, 2025 - By Silas Otieno and Njoki Chege On March 7, Education for All Children (EFAC) hosted a transformative Bridge-to-College workshop at Africa Nazarene University, bringing together over 90 EFAC scholars and representatives from key organizations,...    

Exploring innovation and entrepreneurship: The Mastercard Foundation Scholars tour the JKUAT innovation hub
Mar 28, 2025 - By Silas Otieno On March 21, the Mastercard Foundation Scholars, visited Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology (JKUAT) with the aim of deepening their understanding of innovation, value addition, and entrepreneurship. This visit...    

Mastercard Foundation Scholars Entrepreneurship Fund (SEF) 2.0
Mar 25, 2025 - Innovation and Incubation Center The Innovation and Incubation Center is implementing the Design Your Future Integrated Innovation Pipeline Program (DYF-IPP), which will benefit Mastercard Foundation Scholars by integrating innovative ideas into...    

Two Mastercard Foundation Scholars launch Community Action Project at Ol Joro Secondary School in Arusha, Tanzania
Mar 21, 2025 - By Irene Daniel Mallya, Queen Ernest Msuya and Brenda Odhiambo On March 7, two Mastercard Foundation Scholars, Queen Ernest Msuya (BA. International Relations) and Irene Daniel Mallya (BSc. International Business Administration), launched a water...    

Peggy Kinyungu: A Mastercard Foundation Scholars discovery of leadership at Sciences Po
Mar 14, 2025 - By Peggy Kinyungu and Njoki Chege Peggy Kinyungu is no stranger to overcoming challenges. Despite being Deaf, Peggy has not let this define her or limit her potential. With the support of a sign language interpreter, she has navigated her academic...