The International Labour Organization (ILO) points out that the number of youth unemployment in Africa has reached nearly 75 million, almost one third of the youth population (200 million) in the whole region. Given these circumstances, it is expected that the yield of value-added industries and the realization of high productivity of industries in Africa, will resolve the issue as they generate job opportunities, and bring about more stabilized economies. Moreover, Japanese enterprises are showing strong recognition of and interest in a prosperous Africa.
WORTH
JICA will provide the following expenses for participant of the programme which is equivalent to similar JICA scheme.
- Tuition at Japanese university master’s degree programs (and research student)
- Allowances for living expenses, outfit, shipping etc
- A round-trip airfare
- Expenses for support programs during the study in Japan, including the costs of observation tours and internship
ELIGIBILITY
Applicants must be:
- Citizens of one of the 54 African countries
- Between 22 and 39 years old (as of April 1st in the year of you arrival in Japan)
- A bachelor’s degree holder
- In good health condition, both physically and mentally, to complete the program
- Applying or planning to apply for scholarship programs offered by other organizations
DEADLINE: October 28 2016
To Apply and for more Information visit here
