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The Mastercard Foundation Fund for Resilience and Prosperity is calling for proposals for the new Agribusiness Challenge Fund, which provides financing for agricultural #entrepreneurs in Africa. The Fund aims to support small and medium enterprises (#SMEs) and create opportunities for young people, people with disabilities, and refugees and displaced persons on the African continent. Do you know someone who may be interested in applying? Share this post and learn more about the application process here: https://lnkd.in/d3FYzR5u

We believe what young people have to say and the issues they are invested in are our direction forward. Follow the link to stay informed about what we're doing to support the goals and aspirations of Africa's young leaders: https://lnkd.in/gCY6Nauk

Asking for a reference letter is a standard step in the scholarship or program application process but it can be intimidating. Here’s how to ask the right person in the right way. Still have questions about the application process? Learn more in our #ScholarsApplicationTips series: https://ow.ly/snsH50TUHt1

At #Invincible, hosted in partnership with Africa Leadership and Dialogue Institute, leading experts in finance, policy, and development discussed the magnitude of the challenges and opportunities in empowering young women across Africa. The event facilitated powerful reflections on the journey toward economic inclusion and the urgency to remove barriers for young women to enable them to thrive. Hear from Dr Jemimah Njuki, Chief of Economic Empowerment at UN Women, Nathalie Akon Gabala, Global Director of Gender and Economic Inclusion at IFC - International Finance Corporation, and Mrs. Monica Geingos, Former First Lady of Namibia. Watch the full conversation here: https://ow.ly/UuxZ50TTKBT

The African School of Governance Foundation is pleased to announce the launch of the African School of Governance - ASG, an initiative founded by H.E. Paul Kagame, President of Rwanda and H.E. Hailemariam Desalegn, Former Prime Minister of Ethiopia. With support from the Mastercard Foundation as part of our Young Africa Works Strategy, the initiative is aimed at transforming leadership across Africa by providing world-class public policy education, research, and engagement programs to address the continent's governance challenges with homegrown solutions. With an esteemed governing board and Professor Kingsley Moghalu as its inaugural President, ASG is set to nurture purpose-driven leaders equipped to shape Africa's future. This is more than an institution—it's a movement for sustainable African leadership. Read more here: https://ow.ly/IQxo50TTjJN

"The investment in girls' education leads to growth, reduces early marriage, reduces violence, and brings more income to women on the market. Girls' education is an investment, not a cost." Educating girls and young women is essential for the economic future of the African continent. During our #Invincible event on the sidelines of #UNGA79, Winnie Byanyima, Executive Director UNAIDS and an Under-Secretary General of the United Nations, discussed the importance and impact of investing in educating girls. The event, hosted in partnership with Africa Leadership and Dialogue Institute (ALADI), convened leaders and practitioners who play an influential and impactful role in girls’ education and young women’s economic empowerment in Africa. What other benefits do you see in investing in girls' education? Share your thoughts in the comments and watch the full panel here: https://ow.ly/afmK50TSNOT

Join us at the Future of Good's Voices of Change: Indigenous and African Youth on Climate Justice panel taking place on Wednesday, Oct 23 at 1 PM ET. Hear directly from young leaders about the ways they are leveraging community expertise and knowledge to create solutions, push for policy change and build cross-cultural alliances to build a green energy future. Register now! https://lnkd.in/gG7uDFQu Mastercard Foundation

Armande LO, the founder of MandaBio, is a young agripreneur and a success story of the Suqali program. During a visit to her former high school in Dakar, Senegal, she shared her journey, encouraging students to believe in their dreams and acquire the skills to pursue them. Watch Armande's inspiring story here: https://ow.ly/ovUC50TQmfL

Congratulations to Angeline Murimirwa, CEO of CAMFED - Campaign for Female Education for being awarded the 2024 T4 Education HP #AfricaEduMedal. 🌟 The award recognizes extraordinary leaders who transform education globally, celebrating their dedication, creativity, and impactful contributions to the field. We’re proud to partner with CAMFED to create a more equitable future for all.

When Ipti applied for the Mastercard Foundation scholarship at McGill University, she was on the verge of giving up on her university dreams. She had already been rejected from two schools before she received her acceptance. With the support of the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program, she pursued a degree in mining engineering, a largely male-dominated field. With her degree, Ipti plans to transform the industry and give back to her community. “I want to see more parity in every industry, especially mining engineering." Read more about Ipti’s journey here: https://ow.ly/EtR850TPQR2 #genderparity #womeninmining