Cohort 3 Nuru Yangu Scholarship and Mentorship Program

Organization: NMB Foundation
Program: Nuru Yangu Scholarship and Mentorship Program
Category: Scholarships, Education & Mentorship
Study Level: Undergraduate Studies
Cohort: Cohort 3
Number of Scholarships: 50

PROGRAM OVERVIEW

NMB Foundation established the Nuru Yangu Scholarship and Mentorship Program to support education with the aim to break the cycle of poverty and develop the next generation of leaders through increased access to secondary and university education.

The program seeks to ignite the potential of young people who are thirsty for knowledge, dreaming of a better tomorrow and have a desire to make a difference in the world.

This is an achievement-based scholarship and mentorship program targeting students from low-income communities who are exceptional and can commit to making an impact in their communities and the country.

SCHOLARSHIP

For Undergraduate Studies:

The scholarship covers:

• Full tuition fee.
• Stipend allowance.
• Field allowance.
• Stationery.
• Laptops.
• All direct costs to university as per prospectus.

COHORT 3 APPLICATIONS

Applications are now open for Cohort 3 of the NMB Foundation Nuru Yangu Scholarship and Mentorship Programme.

This year, 50 academically talented students from financially disadvantaged families will receive support to thrive at university and beyond.

This is more than a scholarship. It is an opportunity to learn, grow and build a brighter future.

APPLICATION PERIOD

• Applications Open: 3rd September 2026
• Application Deadline: 18th September 2026
• Number of Students: 50

HOW TO APPLY

Interested applicants can apply through the NMB Foundation website:

MENTORSHIP

Undergraduate Scholarship recipients are also enrolled into a mentorship program that gives them an opportunity to develop practical and in-demand skills that are key to progressing their career ambitions.

The mentorship program also gives an opportunity for the Foundation to discuss the performance of the scholars with their respective universities.

WHO SHOULD APPLY

The program targets:

• Academically talented and exceptional students.
• Students from financially disadvantaged or low-income families.
• Students pursuing undergraduate studies.
• Young people who are committed to making an impact in their communities and the country.

PROGRAM OBJECTIVES

The Nuru Yangu Scholarship and Mentorship Program aims to:

• Increase access to secondary and university education.
• Break the cycle of poverty through education.
• Develop the next generation of leaders.
• Support academically talented students from financially disadvantaged families.
• Provide students with practical and in-demand skills.
• Help young people learn, grow and build a brighter future.
• Encourage scholars to make a positive impact in their communities and the country.

GUIDELINES

NOTE 1: The information provided in this form is intended to help the Nuru Yangu Scholarship Selection.

Committee assess applicant’s academic and financial position as a basis of awarding scholarship.

Candidates are required to:

1. Ensure you register your profile before proceeding to the application page to fill your information.
2. Fill the application form accurately and completely (all incomplete or inaccurately filled forms will be rejected automatically).
3. Ensure you click SAVE to save your information before clicking CLOSE to leave the application page and return later, or clicking NEXT to move to next page.
4. Scan and attach certified copies of all the documents required before submitting the application form (All documents must be saved in PDF format and any application without relevant documents will not be considered).
5. Be ready to timely provide original copies of all the scanned documents for verification.
6. Review your information before submitting your application. You will not be allowed to edit any information once you have submitted your application form.

NOTE 2:

1. Completion and submission of this form is not a guarantee for sponsorship
2. Any false statements, omissions or forged documents will lead to automatic disqualification
3. NMB Foundation through the Nuru Yangu selection committee, reserves the right to make the final determination of scholarship beneficiaries
4. Only candidates who completed ACSEE and meet other criteria are eligible for scholarship
5. Only applications that are submitted before the deadline date will be considered for further processing
6. Only shortlisted or selected candidates will be contacted
7. Candidates may be contacted at any time if additional information is required.

If you agree with the above guidelines, click NEXT to go to the application page. If you don’t, then click CLOSE to leave.