Published: 15 Jan 2025 330 views
The Mastercard Foundation in collaboration with Songhai is calling on interested young individuals to apply for the Songhai/Mastercard Integrated Agriculture Scholarship.
The Songhai/Mastercard Youth Agricultural Empowerment Scheme is aimed at training and Seeding over 3,000 young Nigerians in agriculture; particularly 70% of young women within the next 3 years as modern farm managers/technicians, and agro-entrepreneurs.
This innovative partnership is announcing the first of a series of a three-month training program; that will cover key areas in agro-business; which aims to create opportunities for African youths by setting out an ambitious goal for the next decade.
Application is ongoing for this 3-month Boot Camp in sustainable farming methods and hands-on experience in agriculture for modern farm managers/technicians, and agro-entrepreneurs.
Participants will be trained in any of the following agricultural branches;
The Mastercard Foundation is an international non-governmental organization established by Mastercard in 2006. The organization, which is based in Toronto, Ontario, has supported work in 49 countries.In 2018, Mastercard Foundation shifted to a specific focus on Africa, through its Young Africa Works strategy. The foundation develops programs primarily focused on reducing gender and economic inequality, expanding access to quality education, increasing the opportunities for decent work, and supporting overall economic growth.Funding is primaril... continue reading
Application Deadline | Not Specified |
Country to study | Nigeria |
Type | Training |
Sponsor | MasterCard Foundation |
Gender | Men and Women |
For more details, visit Songhai website.