THE PARTNERSHIP BETWEEN MAKERERE UNIVERSITY AND THE MASTERCARD FOUNDATION

THE PARTNERSHIP BETWEEN MAKERERE UNIVERSITY AND THE MASTERCARD FOUNDATION

Mastercard Foundation partnered with Makerere University to offer scholarships to academically talented but financially constrained youth from Africa to pursue their University Education at Makerere University. The Partnership started in 2013 to 2024 for Phase I, and extends over the period 2024-2034 for Phase 2 of the Scholars Program at Makerere University.

The Goal: To educate and Empower the next Generation of African Leaders

The Mission: To enable Academically Talented but economically disadvantaged youth to attain quality university education at Makerere University.

The Core values:

Humility: Our Source of Strength. Listening: Our Source of Insight, Empathy, and Innovation. Kindness and Respect: Our best work arises when we treat each other with kindness and respect. Co-Creation: By working together, we achieve the best outcomes. Impact: Results-oriented and bold in our actions.

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