From humble beginnings to inspirational leadership: Lincoln Olatunji's journey of transformation
Dec 7, 2023 - By Grace Makwaza In the dynamic landscape of social impact and leadership, Lincoln Olatunji, a first year BA in International Relations student and Mastercard Foundation Scholar at USIU-Africa, emerges as a catalyst for change, particularly in...    

The Scholar Council hosts its third General Assembly
Dec 7, 2023 - By Rebecca Prefina The Scholar Council at USIU-Africa recently hosted its annual General Assembly, which brings together Scholars to celebrate their achievements and discuss ways to support each other. The assembly, held on November 24, served as...    

USIU-Africa student, Muchesia B. Anyika featured in the Platform for Law, Justice and Society Magazine
Dec 5, 2023 - By Brenda Odhiambo Muchesia B. Anyika is a third year (junior) student at USIU-Africa studying International Relations, and is also a Mastercard Foundation Scholar. He was recently featured in the October issue of the Platform for Law, Justice and...    

Thirteen Mastercard Foundation Scholars at USIU-Africa selected as winners of the 2023 Social Venture Challenge
Dec 1, 2023 - By Brenda Odhiambo Bottom row from L-R: Titus Ayieko, Lenora Kelen, Lilliane Ashimwe, Virginia Wanjiku, Dorcus Kwagalakwe, Mercy Mulenga, Silas Ooko. Top row from L-R: Samson Kahindi, Oladayo Olatunji, Pride Nyando, Abdur-Rahman Adeniji, Isaac...    

Ritah Mbabazi: Empowering Communities Through Innovative Entrepreneurship
Nov 24, 2023 - By Brenda Odhiambo Ritah Mbabazi is a Mastercard Foundation Scholar at USIU-Africa and is in her third year of pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Finance. Beyond her academic pursuits, Ritah is also a treasurer for the Student Association Cabinet,...    

The Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program e-Learning Initiative holds second cohort content development workshop
Nov 24, 2023 - By Brenda Odhiambo On Wednesday, November 22, 2023, the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program e-Learning Initiative held its second cohort content development workshop, as part of the ongoing training of faculty for the development of course...    

USIU-Africa hosts Mastercard Foundation President and CEO, Reeta Roy
Nov 9, 2023 - By Brenda Odhiambo On Monday, October 30, USIU-Africa hosted Mastercard Foundation President and CEO, Reeta Roy. The visit was an opportunity for the Foundation and the University to discuss the partnership between the Foundation and the University...    

USIU-Africa Online's Dr. Philip Machoka presents a model for e-Learning success at OLC Accelerate 2023 conference
Nov 9, 2023 - By Philip Machoka Dr. Philip Machoka, Director of e-Learning, USIU-Africa Online, recently took the stage at the Online Learning Consortium (OLC) Accelerate 2023 conference in Washington DC to present on "A Model for Success in e-Learning for...    

Two Mastercard Foundation Scholars share their aspirations in celebration of International Day of the Girl Child
Oct 30, 2023 - To mark International Day of the Girl Child, we share the stories of two inspiring young women and their admirable efforts to empower other young women and girls. Dorcus Kwagalakwe Dorcus Kwagalakwe is a young woman from the Nabitete community in...    

The Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program Transitions Office hosts information session with Sciences Po University
Oct 20, 2023 - By Silas Ooko Last Friday, the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program Transitions Office hosted Ms. Cynthia Asimbi, the East Africa Manager of Sciences Po University to an information session that detailed the graduate opportunities available at...