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11 Jun 2024: alumni.png 2022-2023 Alumni

7 Jun 2024: Laura Wathe is a civil engineer from Kenya who will be pursuing an MPhil in Engineering for Sustainable Development. Her diverse industry experience in manufacturing, structural design, construction, and transportation development has fueled her

11 Jun 2024: alumni_page.png Welcome to the Cambridge Mastercard Foundation alumni web page. As we continue to recruit Scholars on the Program, we hope to make this a dynamic space where the past meets the present, fostering connections that transcend

7 Jun 2024: Lerato Nare is a biotechnologist from Zimbabwe who will be pursuing an MPhil in Biological Sciences (Infection Biology and Molecular Immunology). He currently holds a BSc Honours Degree in Applied Biology and Biochemistry from the National

12 Jun 2024: get_in_touch_top_image.png We would love to maintain a lasting connection with our valued alumni. Whether you want to stay updated, get involved, or seek assistance, we encourage you to reach out.

7 Jun 2024: Firdous Adam is an architect from Sudan who will be pursuing an MPhil in Architecture and Urban Studies. Driven by a vision for equitable and resilient urban spaces, Firdous' architectural practice has honed her technical skills and solidified her

7 Jun 2024: Maureen Abel is a linguistic scholar from Nigeria who will be pursuing an MPhil in African Studies. Maureen obtained her first degree from the University of Port Harcourt where she graduated as the Overall Best Graduating Female Student with a

12 Jun 2024: camcard_web_banner_resized.jpg a) Alumni benefits There are a number of benefits that come to Cambridge Alumni. These include access to a number of online academic resources, a free email service, a global network of alumni groups, special events,

7 Jun 2024: Zindzi Khaya is an International Relations scholar from South Africa who will be pursuing an MPhil in Multidisciplinary Gender Studies. During her bachelor’s degree, Zindzi received the Rector’s Award for academic excellence, also serving as

12 Jun 2024: 250_x_250_robert_staff.png Robert Foster-Jones is the Programme Administrator for the Mastercard Foundation Collaborative, supporting the diverse operations of the team in matters of finance, HR, events, health and safety, and stakeholder liaison.

7 Jun 2024: Hauwa Busari is a sustainability advocate from Nigeria who will be pursuing an MPhil in Architectural and Urban Studies. With a background in Estate management, she aims to develop sustainable and affordable housing solutions for low-income

13 Jun 2024: The Project The goal of the Cambridge Mastercard Foundation Transition Project is to facilitate Scholars’ transition into the workforce for impact across Africa and beyond.

11 Jun 2024: Evans Nimako is a high-achieving student who recently graduated from the BSc Land Economy programme at KNUST with first-class. As a sustainable real estate enthusiast, he will be pursuing an MPhil in Real Estate Finance at the University of Cambridge

7 Jun 2024: sara_250.jpg Dr Sara Serradas O'Holleran was raised in Mozambique and has a Research background in Life Sciences (Microbiology in Portugal and Institut Pasteur & Neuroscience PhD at Cambridge).

7 Jun 2024: McLeod Asare is from Ghana and will be pursuing an MPhil in Development Studies. With a bachelor’s degree in Geography and Rural Development from Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology, where he secured a First-Class Honors, McLeod has

7 Jun 2024: Merna Nomier is an Egyptian Electromechanical Engineer who will be pursing an MPhil in Energy Technologies. She graduated from Alexandria University with the dream to help underprivileged communities in Africa, to have access to clean energy. With

7 Jun 2024: Okam Miracle is an archaeologist from Nigeria who will be pursuing an MPhil in Archaeological Science. He obtained a bachelor's degree in Archaeology and Tourism at the University of Nigeria, and since 2021 has been involved in the Cambridge-Africa

12 Jun 2024: Great Nnamani is pursuing an MPhil in Development Studies at the University of Cambridge. He earned a bachelor’s degree in economics at the University of Nigeria, where he graduated top 1% and was awarded the Grooming Bank Research grant for his

7 Jun 2024: Sheunesu Toro is an electrical engineer from Zimbabwe who will pursue an MPhil in Industrial Systems, Manufacture and Management. Before his studies at Cambridge, he worked on designing grid connection infrastructure for wind farms in South Africa.

7 Jun 2024: Thabiso Ncube is a Medical Laboratory Assistant from Zimbabwe who will be pursuing an MPhil in Genomic Medicine. He previously obtained a BSc Honours in Applied Biology and Biochemistry at the National University of Science and Technology, Zimbabwe,

7 Jun 2024: Sanusi Camara is a dedicated educator and environmentalist from the Gambia who will be pursuing an MPhil in Holocene Climates. With six years of experience as a high school Geography teacher, he has influenced over 7000 students. Camara is also an

7 Jun 2024: Kamalha Kyuma is a Social Innovator who has an interest in strategies harmonizing processes, people and technology to reverse climate change through green businesses. He will be pursuing an MPhil in Digital Humanities. Over the previous six years,

7 Jun 2024: Favour Peters is a clinical researcher in infectious diseases who will be pursuing an MPhil in Population Health Sciences to further her knowledge of infectious disease prevention and control. Her research interests lie in developing targeted

7 Jun 2024: Tiffany Njoki is a Coordination and Advocacy Specialist from Kenya who will be pursuing an MPhil in Public Policy. Before joining Cambridge, she worked at the UN Environment Programme. In this role, Tiffany was working on research activities

7 Jun 2024: Phoebe Ndiema is Gender Justice and Mapping officer from Kenya who will be pursuing MPhil in Conservation Leadership. Prior to coming to Cambridge, she worked at the community-led organization Chepkitale Indigenous People Development Project (CIPDP)

7 Jun 2024: Joseline Seidu is a dual-qualified lawyer (England & Wales and Ghana) with over six years’ experience working in the private and public sectors, who will be studying for an MPhil in Public Policy. Before joining Cambridge, she worked as a State

7 Jun 2024: Michael Lesecha is a wildlife conservationist from Tanzania who will be pursuing an MPhil in Conservation Leadership. He brings broad experience of working with both governmental and non-governmental wildlife conservation organizations. His current

7 Jun 2024: Rodgers Kawooya is an Educationalist from Uganda. Who will be studying for a MPhil in Holocene Climates. Prior to coming to Cambridge, he worked as a teacher of geography in St. Mathias Kalemba’s SS, a secondary school in Kayunga district, Uganda.

7 Jun 2024: Rosebell Abwonji is a conservation leader from Kenya who will be pursuing an MPhil in Conservation Leadership. Having navigated both corporate and not-for-profit sectors, Rosebell brings a unique and diverse perspective to her work. This

7 Jun 2024: Georgina Kamanga is a Senior Conservation Officer from Zambia. She will be pursuing an MPhil in Conservation Leadership, having previously obtained a Master of Science in Environmental Management at the University of Lusaka. Bringing extensive

7 Jun 2024: Mujeeb Adaraloye is a BSc holder in Plant Breeding and Seed Technology from the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta, Nigeria, earning the best graduating award. He will be pursuing MPhil in Biological Sciences (Crop Science) and is

7 Jun 2024: Samantha Matjila is a senior marine project coordinator at Namibia’s prominent NGO, the Namibia Nature Foundation, and will be pursuing an MPhil in Conservation Leadership. With over seven years of experience in marine conservation, and a keen

7 Jun 2024: Mabel Onyeanwusi is a Communications Expert from Nigeria who will be studying for an MPhil in Sociology. Mabel obtained a First Class degree in English from the University of Ibadan, Nigeria, where she emerged as the best-graduating student in her

7 Jun 2024: Mumwesigye Brenda is an urban planner from Uganda who will be pursuing an MPhil in Planning, Growth and Regeneration. She obtained a bachelor’s degree in Urban and Regional Planning from Makerere University, Uganda, serving as a student leader

7 Jun 2024: Peace Chisom Aniakor is a filmmaker from Nigeria who will be pursuing an MPhil in Film and Screen Studies. She has a BA in Theatre Arts from the University of Abuja, Nigeria, finishing as the first woman to graduate with a first class in her

7 Jun 2024: Happygod Godson Macha is an Educator from Tanzania who will be pursuing an MPhil in Education, Globalization, and International Development (EGID). He has a passion for enhancing child development and fostering inclusive learning environments

7 Jun 2024: Samuela Yenmisa Aduna is a Ghanaian scholar who will pursue an MPhil in Development Studies. She holds a bachelor’s in integrated development studies from UDS and received the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program through Camfed Ghana. Passionate

7 Jun 2024: Lagu Emmanuel Anthony is an Agriculturalist from South Sudan who will be pursing MPhil in Biological Science (Crop Science), having previously obtained a first-class honor Bachelor’s Degree in Sustainable Agriculture and Extension at Ndejje

7 Jun 2024: Roland Annor Botchway will be pursuing an MPhil in Industrial Systems, Manufacture and Management. He graduated with first-class honours from the Food Process Engineering Department at the University of Ghana. He was the first to graduate with such

7 Jun 2024: Rhodaline Tetteh-Narh is a Development Communication Officer from Ghana who is passionate about driving social change. She will be pursuing an MPhil in Public Policy. She was named to the dean’s list at the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and

11 Jun 2024: Theophilus Adu-Gyamfi is a research scientist at the West Africa Centre for Crop Improvement (WACCI), University of Ghana, Legon. He will be pursuing an MPhil in Biological Sciences (Crop Science) at the University of Cambridge. He obtained his

7 Jun 2024: Lilian Amponsaa Boateng is from Ghana and will be pursuing an MPhil in Planning, Growth and Regeneration. She is passionate about the complexities of environmental injustice and how this affects the world. She was previously recognized as one of the

7 Jun 2024: Judy Eyram Akosua Agbo is a scholar from Ghana who will pursue an MPhil in Development Studies. Previously, Judy served as a Teaching and Research Assistant at the Department of Sociology and Social Work, KNUST and a Project Manager for the Gender

7 Jun 2024: Stephanie Anokyewa Tawiah is an Investment Associate from Ghana who will be pursuing an MPhil in Public Policy. Stephanie graduated with First Class (Honours) in Economics from Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST), Ghana.

7 Jun 2024: Kaitochukwu Favour Chukwudi is an Engineer from Nigeria who will be studying for an MPhil in Engineering for Sustainable Development. Passionate about an Africa whose energy systems, processes and infrastructure are aligned to a global

7 Jun 2024: Nathaniel Catherine Chinecherem is an accomplished engineering scholar from Nigeria who will be pursuing an MPhil in Industrial Systems, Manufacture, and Management. Catherine's academic and professional interests are deeply rooted in the realms of