The foundation said the fellowship was the maiden initiative undertaken to enhance educational opportunities for meritorious students, especially those from disadvantaged backgrounds, enrolled at IIT M Zanzibar.

It noted that the initiative was designed to support students from 14 African countries, namely Nigeria, Kenya, Malawi, Uganda, Zambia, Tanzania, Rwanda, DRC, Niger, Chad, Congo B, Gabon, Madagascar and the Seychelles.

“Recipients of this scholarship will be known as ‘Airtel Africa Fellows’. They will receive 100 per cent of their college fees, i.e., $12,000, as per the course fee structure of the institute for a 4-year program.

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“Additionally, to cover the living expenses cost, $500 will be given to all eligible students. This initiative will aspire to transform, shape lives and nurture future leaders who will contribute to technological innovation and economic growth in Africa,” the firm stated.

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