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ABE Initiative — African Business Education for Youth

JICA (Japan International Cooperation Agency)

Japan

What it covers

Full tuition, monthly stipend, accommodation, flights, health insurance, internship at Japanese company

Stipend / amount

¥143,000/month approximately

Deadline

October

Applications open August and close October each year. 13th batch starts September 2026. Must apply through JICA office or Japanese embassy in your country.

Level

Masters

Eligibility

Open to

All African countries (and additional eligibility may apply)

Fields of study

Business · Engineering · Agriculture · Health · Education · All development-related fields

Requirements

African citizen from any of 54 African countries
Under 40 years of age as of April 1 of the program year
Hold a bachelor's degree with relevant working experience
Currently working in public or private sector in Africa
Strong motivation to contribute to Africa's development
English proficiency
Good health

Apply

October — Applications open August and close October each year. 13th batch starts September 2026. Must apply through JICA office or Japanese embassy in your country.

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