Mandela Rhodes Foundation

Mandela Rhodes Foundation. The Mandela Rhodes Foundation was established in 2003 by Nelson Mandela and Cyril Ramaphosa to provide Rhodes Scholarship-style awards to African students, in partnership with the Rhodes Trust and Oxford University. The foundation is headquartered in Cape Town, South Africa, and has strong ties to Fort Hare University, University of Cape Town, and University of the Witwatersrand. The foundation's work is also influenced by the ideas of Mahatma Gandhi, Martin Luther King Jr., and Desmond Tutu.

● History

The foundation's history is closely tied to the life and legacy of Nelson Mandela, who was a key figure in the Anti-Apartheid Movement and the first black President of South Africa. Mandela was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 1993 for his efforts to bring an end to apartheid and establish a democratic government in South Africa. The foundation was established with the support of Bill Clinton, Kofi Annan, and other international leaders, and has since become a leading institution for promoting African development and leadership. The foundation has also partnered with organizations such as the African National Congress, Inkatha Freedom Party, and the Congress of South African Trade Unions to promote social justice and human rights.

● Mission_and_Objectives

The foundation's mission is to build exceptional leadership capacity in Africa by providing scholarships and fellowships to outstanding students, as well as supporting community development and social entrepreneurship initiatives. The foundation's objectives are aligned with the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals and the African Union's Agenda 2063, and are influenced by the ideas of Wangari Maathai, Malala Yousafzai, and Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie. The foundation has also partnered with organizations such as the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, Ford Foundation, and Open Society Foundations to promote education, healthcare, and economic development in Africa. The foundation's work is also guided by the principles of Nelson Mandela, Albert Luthuli, and Oliver Tambo.

● Scholarship_Programme

The foundation's scholarship programme provides full tuition fees and a living stipend to students pursuing postgraduate studies at South African universities, including University of Cape Town, University of the Witwatersrand, and Stellenbosch University. The programme is open to students from all African countries, and has supported students from Egypt, Nigeria, Kenya, and Ghana, among others. The foundation has also partnered with Harvard University, University of Oxford, and University of Cambridge to provide opportunities for African students to study abroad. The foundation's scholarship programme is influenced by the ideas of Kwame Nkrumah, Julius Nyerere, and Thomas Sankara.

● Notable_Alumni

The foundation has a strong network of alumni, including Trevor Noah, Bonang Matheba, and Nomzamo Mbatha, who have gone on to become leaders in their fields. Other notable alumni include Mmusi Maimane, Lindiwe Mazibuko, and Gwede Mantashe, who have played key roles in South African politics and civil society. The foundation's alumni have also been recognized for their achievements, including being awarded the Order of the Baobab, Order of Luthuli, and Order of the Companions of O.R. Tambo. The foundation's alumni network is also influenced by the ideas of Steve Biko, Chris Hani, and Walter Sisulu.

● Governance_and_Funding

The foundation is governed by a board of trustees, which includes Cyril Ramaphosa, Nomaindia Mfeketo, and Trevor Manuel, among others. The foundation is funded by a combination of donations and investments, and has received support from organizations such as the Oppenheimer Family, Rupert Family, and Motsepe Foundation. The foundation has also partnered with corporate sponsors, including Anglo American, De Beers, and Standard Bank, to support its programmes and activities. The foundation's governance and funding model is influenced by the ideas of Nelson Mandela, Oliver Tambo, and Walter Sisulu, and is guided by the principles of transparency, accountability, and social responsibility. The foundation is also a member of the African Grantmakers Network and the South African National NGO Coalition. Category:Organizations established in 2003