World Bank Africa Centres of Excellence (ACE) Scholarship: Scholarship for African Students

World Bank-funded Africa Centres of Excellence (ACE) at universities across West, East, and Southern Africa provide scholarships for Master's and PhD students in specialized areas including STEM, agriculture, health, and applied statistics. Pan-African intake with cross-border scholarships.

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Quick Facts — World Bank Africa Centres of Excellence (ACE) Scholarship

Application DeadlineDecember 31, 2026

Who Is Eligible for World Bank Africa Centres of Excellence (ACE) Scholarship?

This scholarship is open to students from: Algeria, Angola, Benin, Botswana, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Cabo Verde, Cameroon, Central African Republic, Chad, Comoros, Congo (Brazzaville), Congo (DRC), Cote d'Ivoire, Djibouti, Egypt, Equatorial Guinea, Eritrea, Eswatini, Ethiopia, Gabon, Gambia, Ghana, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Kenya, Lesotho, Liberia, Libya, Madagascar, Malawi, Mali, Mauritania, Mauritius, Morocco, Mozambique, Namibia, Niger, Nigeria, Rwanda, Sao Tome and Principe, Senegal, Seychelles, Sierra Leone, Somalia, South Africa, South Sudan, Sudan, Tanzania, Togo, Tunisia, Uganda, Zambia, Zimbabwe.

How to Apply for World Bank Africa Centres of Excellence (ACE) Scholarship

  1. Review the eligibility requirements above to confirm you qualify.
  2. Prepare your documents including academic transcripts, recommendation letters, and personal statement.
  3. Submit your application before December 31, 2026 via the official website.
  4. Track your application status on Scholar Africa.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is eligible for World Bank Africa Centres of Excellence (ACE) Scholarship?

World Bank Africa Centres of Excellence (ACE) Scholarship is open to students from Algeria, Angola, Benin, Botswana, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Cabo Verde, Cameroon, Central African Republic, Chad, Comoros, Congo (Brazzaville), Congo (DRC), Cote d'Ivoire, Djibouti, Egypt, Equatorial Guinea, Eritrea, Eswatini, Ethiopia, Gabon, Gambia, Ghana, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Kenya, Lesotho, Liberia, Libya, Madagascar, Malawi, Mali, Mauritania, Mauritius, Morocco, Mozambique, Namibia, Niger, Nigeria, Rwanda, Sao Tome and Principe, Senegal, Seychelles, Sierra Leone, Somalia, South Africa, South Sudan, Sudan, Tanzania, Togo, Tunisia, Uganda, Zambia, Zimbabwe studying at the eligible level.

What does World Bank Africa Centres of Excellence (ACE) Scholarship cover?

This scholarship scholarship covers tuition and may include additional benefits such as living expenses and travel costs.

When is the deadline for World Bank Africa Centres of Excellence (ACE) Scholarship?

The application deadline is December 31, 2026. Apply early as some components may take time to prepare.

How do I apply for World Bank Africa Centres of Excellence (ACE) Scholarship from Africa?

Create a free profile on Scholar Africa, find World Bank Africa Centres of Excellence (ACE) Scholarship in your matches, and apply directly through the official provider website.

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