Abdulqaadir OlomuAre you an ambitious African student looking to make a difference? The Japan Africa Dream Scholarship (JADS), brought to you by the African Development Bank (AfDB) and the Government of Japan, is your golden ticket to a brighter future!
What’s in it for You?
This fully-funded scholarship offers high-achieving African students the chance to pursue a master’s degree in Japan. With a focus on energy, agriculture, health, environmental sustainability, and engineering, JADS aims to equip you with the skills and knowledge to transform Africa.
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Scholarship Overview:
- Host Country: Japan
- Category: Postgraduate | Master’s Scholarships
- Eligible Countries: AfDB Member Countries
- Benefits:Â
- Â Â Full tuition coverage
- Â Â Monthly stipend of $11,420/year
- Â Â Travel costs
- Â Â Health insurance
- Â Â Postgraduate internship opportunities
- No IELTS Required
- Deadline: December 10, 2025
Why JADS?
This scholarship isn’t just about funding your education; it’s about building the future of Africa. Scholars will return home equipped to contribute to their country’s socio-economic development, in line with AfDB’s High 5 strategic priorities: Feeding, Powering, Industrializing, Integrating Africa, and Improving the Quality of Life for Africans.
Who Can Apply for the Japan Africa Dream Scholarship?
To be eligible, you must:
- Be a national of an AfDB member country
- Be 35 years old or younger
- Hold a bachelor’s degree in relevant fields like energy, agriculture, health, or engineering
- Have at least one year of paid employment in Africa post-graduation
- Commit to returning home after your studies to contribute to national development
What’s Covered?
- Tuition for 24 months
- 144,000 JPY monthly stipend
- Round-trip airfare
- Health insurance
- Possible grants for research and thesis preparation
- Additional support for language and computer literacy courses
How to Apply for the Japan Africa Dream Scholarship?
- Visit the official scholarship application webpage.
- Apply for admission to APU and request consideration for the JADS Scholarship.
- Submit your application by September 16, 2025 (April 2026 intake) or January 10, 2026 (September 2026 intake)
Don’t Miss Out!
This is your chance to dream big and make a real impact. Apply now and take the first step toward a brighter future for you and Africa!
Abdulqaadir Olomu