100 students get scholarships

Mastercard Foundation scholars program at Makerere University, director Prof Justine Namaalwa, noted that the aim of the scholarship is to educate and empower the next generation of leaders and change-makers.

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Addressing the students, Mastercard Foundation-Uganda country director Adrian Bukenya pledged support to young people in Uganda and Africa through funding higher education and promoting financial inclusion. (Courtesy Photo)

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One hundred (100) students from economically disadvantaged families are the initial beneficiaries of the Mastercard Foundation Scholars program at Makerere University.

The students

100 students get scholarships

Mastercard Foundation scholars program at Makerere University, director Prof Justine Namaalwa, noted that the aim of the scholarship is to educate and empower the next generation of leaders and change-makers.

Addressing the students, Mastercard Foundation-Uganda country director Adrian Bukenya pledged support to young people in Uganda and Africa through funding higher education and promoting financial inclusion. (Courtesy Photo)

By NewVision Reporter

Journalists @NewVision

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