The AfDB Japan Africa Dream Scholarship (JADS) Program is a prestigious initiative jointly funded by the African Development Bank (AfDB) and the Government of Japan. Launched with the goal of enhancing human resource capacity in Africa, the scholarship program provides high-achieving African students with the opportunity to pursue graduate studies in fields related to development. The program is particularly focused on areas that are critical to the continent’s growth, such as energy, agriculture, health, engineering, and sustainable development.
The JADS Program is designed to support African students who wish to study at premier universities in Japan. It covers a wide range of academic disciplines, with an emphasis on areas that align with the AfDB’s High 5 priorities: Light up and power Africa, Feed Africa, Industrialize Africa, Integrate Africa, and Improve the quality of life for the people of Africa. By offering scholarships for advanced studies, the program aims to develop a pool of well-trained professionals who can contribute to the continent’s development upon their return.
Recipients of the JADS scholarship benefit from a comprehensive package that includes tuition fees, a monthly living stipend, medical insurance, travel costs, and a research allowance. This financial support allows students to fully focus on their studies without the burden of financial constraints. Moreover, the scholarship provides recipients with the chance to experience Japan’s rich culture and advanced technology, further broadening their perspectives and enhancing their academic journey.
Beyond financial support, the JADS Program offers significant professional and academic networking opportunities. Scholars are encouraged to engage with experts and leaders in their respective fields, both in Japan and globally. This exposure helps them build valuable connections that can be beneficial in their future careers. Additionally, the program fosters a sense of community among African students in Japan, creating a network of alumni who continue to support each other even after the completion of their studies.
A unique feature of the JADS Program is its commitment to ensuring that scholars apply their acquired knowledge and skills to contribute to Africa’s development after graduation. The program strongly encourages graduates to return to their home countries and take on leadership roles in public, private, or nonprofit sectors. This focus on knowledge transfer is central to the program’s mission of driving sustainable development in Africa through education and capacity building.
The AfDB Japan Africa Dream Scholarship Program is a transformative opportunity for African students to pursue advanced education in Japan while gaining the skills and knowledge necessary to contribute to their continent’s development. By investing in the education of Africa’s future leaders, the program plays a crucial role in supporting the long-term growth and prosperity of African nations.
Eligibility Requirements For The AfDB Japan Africa Dream Scholarship Program.
- Be a national of an AfDB member country
- Be 35 years old or less
- Have a bachelor’s degree (or equivalent degree) bachelor’s degree (or equivalent degree) in energy, agriculture, health.environmental sustainability, engineering studies or related areas with excellent academic records, relevant professional experience and a history of supporting your country’s development efforts
- Have at least 1 year of paid employment in your home country or in other African countries after receiving your Bachelor’s (or equivalent degree) within the past 3 years
- Not be living or working outside of your home country
- Not already be enrolled in a graduate degree program
- Not be an Executive Director, his/her alternate, and/or staff of all types of appointments of the African Development Bank Group or a close relative of the aforementioned by blood or adoption with the term “close relative” defined as: Mother, Father, Sister, Half-sister, Brother, Half-brother, Son, Daughter, Aunt, Uncle, Niece, or Nephew
- Agree to return to your home country to contribute to its economic and social development after completion of studies under the program
Award
- Full tuition
- 140,000 JPY per month for living expenses (amount subject to change)
- Economy class air travel between the home country and APU at the beginning and end of the program
Method of Application
- Request to be considered for this scholarship within the APU Online Application and submit the application by September 16, 2024 (for April 2025 enrollment) or January 10, 2025 (for September 2025 enrollment). No application form or additional documents are required to be considered for this scholarship.
- APU reviews application documents and selects suitable candidates to recommend to the AfDB-JADS.
- Applicants selected to be recommended for this scholarship are notified with their final APU application results.
- The final scholarship award results are decided by AfDB-JADS.
Application Deadline: January 10, 2025.
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