Barclays AfricaFirst Scholarship
Barclays / Absa
Undergraduate
Africa
Barclays administers scholarship programmes across its African subsidiaries including Barclays Africa (Absa), supporting students from Kenya, Ghana, South Africa, Uganda, and other countries. The Barclays AfricaFirst Scholarship provides awards to outstanding undergraduate students pursuing banking, finance, economics, and technology degrees. Recipients undertake paid internships during university vacations and receive mentoring from Barclays Africa professionals. Scholars are considered preferentially for graduate roles upon qualification. The programme is part of Barclays' commitment to developing African financial sector talent.
Students from African countries where Absa operates; banking, finance, or technology; academic merit
- Review the eligibility requirements above to confirm you qualify.
- Prepare all required documents — transcripts, reference letters, personal statement.
- Visit the official provider website using the Apply Now button below.
- Complete and submit the application form before the deadline.
- Keep a copy of your submission confirmation.
