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The NWA AMAKA Scholarship Fund

About Us

The Nwa Amaka Scholarship Fund aims to empower individuals from all levels to take their lives into their own hands. Our funding supports those who desire to acquire or improve their digital skills. As our vision is to shine the light on African talent, the fund is open to those of Nigerian descent at home or abroad - please see the eligibility criteria for further details. 

The Nwa Amaka Scholarship Fund will award scholarships to up to 10 applicants every half year. This funding is towards specific schools, that offer places based on the chosen course, each scholar will be paired with a career mentor. Our mission is to create a positive ripple effect by empowering individuals committed to lifting others as they rise in their communities. 

My Why

After graduating from university with a degree in Computer Science, I joined my family business. Although it was a valuable experience, I quickly felt stagnant and realized I needed to acquire new skills to thrive in the evolving job market.

At that time, my church, The Elevation Church Lekki, hosted a career fair that opened doors for me to meet industry experts in the tech field. Though I had a background in computer science, I soon realized I wasn’t fully equipped for the market. Fortunately, the church also offered free courses in Project Management and early career skill acquisition.

These courses were pivotal for me. Armed with new knowledge, I applied for a job, where I boldly asked not for a salary, but for the opportunity to learn and grow. That job marked the turning point in my career, and the rest, as they say, is history.

For me, this fund symbolizes two things: paying it forward and honoring my mother. Through it, I hope to help others find their own path to growth and success.

Impact so far..

  • Jedida

    In February 2024, I received a scholarship from the Nwa Amaka Trust for a product management course. This opportunity provided me with practical skills that have significantly shaped my career. The insights I gained through the course directly contributed to me securing my current role as a Product manager at Basik technologies. I am incredibly grateful to the foundation for this support, as it has empowered me to advance in my professional journey with confidence and expertise.

  • Chibuzo

    Firstly, I would like to thank the Nwa Amaka Achebe Trust for offering me a scholarship in API product management. The knowledge acquired has been instrumental in not just improving my API knowledge, but made me an API subject matter expert in Product design during the development of our HRTech product, VolutHR as well as revamp of other products. I am eternally grateful for the opportunity and I hope to pass on the knowledge and impact others in the near future.

Eligibility criteria

  • Nigerian descent

  • A solid drive to make a positive impact on their communities

  • Demonstrate a strong desire to acquire and improve digital skills

cohort

This Scholarship would happen twice a year

  1. Cohort Two Jan-Feb 2025 (Closed)

  2. Cohort Three Jul-August 2025 (General)

The Vision is to shine the light on African Talent.

Tochukwu Achebe

application process

  1. Official transcripts from your academic institutions.

  2. A letter of recommendation

  3. Essay: Write a well-written essay answering the following questions. Keep the writing concise and under 350 words.

  • Describe your current job role and any other relevant activities or experiences.

  • What did you study, and how does it relate to your career or goals?

  • If your current career is unrelated to your studies, please explain what led you into this field.

  • How do you contribute to your local community or society at large?

  • Based on market trends, why are you interested in taking the course you have chosen? 

  • What do you hope to achieve with the skills you will acquire?

Cohort Two is now complete, and we are excited to launch Cohort Three from July to August 2025.