The Airtel Africa Foundation University Tech Scholarship is now open, offering fully funded university education to 20 outstanding first-year undergraduate students in Uganda who are pursuing careers in technology and innovation.
This opportunity is designed to remove financial barriers for talented young people with strong academic potential, enabling them to focus fully on building skills that support Africa’s digital growth and future workforce.
Across Africa, the demand for skilled technology professionals continues to rise, yet access to quality education remains a challenge for many students. The Airtel Africa Foundation Tech Scholarship responds to this gap by supporting students at the very start of their academic journey.
By focusing on core technology disciplines such as artificial intelligence, software engineering, and cybersecurity, the scholarship contributes directly to building local expertise that can strengthen innovation, digital infrastructure, and job creation in Uganda.
Unlike partial bursaries, this scholarship covers key academic and living costs, allowing beneficiaries to concentrate on learning rather than financial pressure.
What the Scholarship Covers
Selected students will receive a comprehensive support package, including:
- Full tuition fees
- Accommodation costs
- Academic and learning materials
- A fixed stipend to support core course-related expenses
This structure provides stability throughout the academic year.
Eligible Courses
The scholarship is open to students admitted into technology-focused degree programmes, including:
- Information Technology (IT)
- Computer Science
- Software Engineering
- Data Science
- Cybersecurity
- Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Who Can Apply (Eligibility Criteria)
Applicants must meet all of the following requirements:
- Be a Ugandan national
- Be admitted as a first-year undergraduate into an eligible course
- Have secured admission at one of the participating universities:
- Makerere University
- ISBAT University
- Uganda Christian University
- Mbarara University of Science and Technology
- Kyambogo University
- Not be receiving any other scholarship, including a Government of Uganda Scholarship
- Have obtained at least two principal passes at UACE in one sitting
- Demonstrate strong academic potential
- Come from a financially constrained background and clearly show financial need
Tips for Applicants
- Use your personal statement to explain both your academic goals and your financial situation clearly
- Highlight any prior interest in technology, even informal learning or self-study
- Ensure your admission details match the course and university listed in your application
- Submit early to avoid last-minute technical issues
Incomplete or inaccurate applications may not be considered.
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted through the official Airtel Africa Foundation portal:
👉 Apply here:
https://forms.zohopublic.com/qsssourcing/form/AAFFELLOWSHIP/formperma/LSSjZ5Imi4jrDxdUJEz4rUkOGrDbHR4BZR5-TBxv9zQ
Applicants should carefully review all information before submission.
