Eligibility at a glance
Pakistan eligibility No
Nationality Citizens of African countries only.
Minimum qualification Undergraduate degree enabling admission to an eligible Honours or master's programme.
Minimum grade Academic results normally above 70% or equivalent, alongside leadership and character criteria.
Prerequisite background Relevant academic background required by the host programme/call.
Eligible fields of study Eligible Honours and master's fields at recognised South African institutions.
Work experience Not generally required unless specified by the programme.
Age limit Normally 19–29 at the time specified by the call.
English / language Host programme language requirements apply.
Admission required first Yes
Nomination required No
Application fee No separate scholarship fee stated; admission/application fees may apply.
What the scholarship covers
Tuition Tuition and registration fees covered within programme limits.
Stipend Accommodation, meals, personal allowance and study-material support included.
Travel support Economy travel to and from the institution at the beginning/end of the programme.
Insurance Medical aid support included.
Other benefits Leadership development programme and research/material allowances.
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Verification & official source
Last verified: 8 August 2026
Deadline confidence: Confirmed
Official Mandela Rhodes application page states 2027 applications are closed; applications for the 2028 cohort open 9 March 2027 and close 14 April 2027.
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