There are currently 16,300 applications, and the deadline to apply is 27 March 2026. The Government of Mauritius has officially opened applications for the 2026 Africa Scholarships Scheme, a fully funded initiative designed to support talented students from Africa. This scholarship opportunity is extended to individuals who are citizens and residents of countries within the African Union or African Commonwealth nations.
To be eligible, applicants must have already secured admission or applied for a full-time, on-campus academic program at a public higher education institution located in Mauritius. Eligible programs include Diplomas, Degrees, MPhil, or PhD courses. Specifically for undergraduate applicants, candidates must be older than 18 years but younger than 26 years as of 1 January 2027.
The academic programs must commence in the 2026 academic year, and applicants need to have submitted their applications to the respective Mauritian public higher education institution accordingly. The scholarship duration is capped according to the program type, as outlined in the table below, or the minimum course duration if shorter:
| Programme of Studies | Maximum Duration |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate Diploma | Three (3) years |
| Undergraduate Degree | Four (4) years |
| MPhil | Two (2) years plus 6 months for thesis defence |
| MPhil / PhD | Three (3) years plus 6 months for approval of transfer report and One (1) year plus 6 months for thesis defence |
| PhD | Three (3) years plus 6 months for thesis defence |
Scholarship Benefits
Recipients of this scholarship will receive financial assistance covering tuition fees and a contribution toward living expenses throughout their studies in Mauritius. Additionally, the scholarship includes a return airfare ticket at the most economical route, applicable for travel from the student's home country to Mauritius at the start of the program and back home upon successful completion.
How to Apply
This announcement provides detailed information about the scholarship’s terms and conditions, application steps, and the list of public higher education institutions in Mauritius that offer full-time, on-campus studies.
Important points to note regarding the application process:
- Applications must be submitted using the official scholarship application form, which should be completed electronically before printing.
- Applicants are required to apply through a nominating agency, which is responsible for processing scholarship applications in the candidate's country of citizenship.
- Section 5 of the application form must be duly completed and endorsed by the nominating agency.
- This nominating agency, typically associated with the Ministry of Education or a related governmental body in the applicant's country, will shortlist and endorse up to a maximum of fifteen (15) eligible candidates. The agency has the discretion to decide the quota distribution between undergraduate and postgraduate applicants.
- Completed application forms endorsed by the nominating agency must be submitted by 27 March 2026.
Once the nominating agencies have shortlisted candidates, all applications along with supporting documents must be forwarded to the Ministry of Tertiary Education, Science and Research of the Republic of Mauritius for the final selection process at the following address:
The Permanent Secretary,
Ministry of Tertiary Education, Science and Technology
Level 12, SICOM TOWER, Ebene Cybercity, Ebene,
Republic of Mauritius
Email: info@mauritiusscholarships.mu
Please note: Applications that are not submitted through the appropriate nominating agency will be disqualified from consideration. The ultimate decision regarding scholarship awards lies solely with the Ministry of Tertiary Education, Science and Research. The Government of Mauritius retains the right to refrain from awarding any scholarships under this call if deemed necessary.
Essential Documents and Resources
For comprehensive details and to access the official application portal, interested candidates are encouraged to Visit the Official Webpage of the Government of Mauritius Africa Scholarships Scheme.