By Correspondent.
In a bold and forward-thinking initiative to deepen educational cooperation and empower African youth, a network of top-tier private universities in India, facilitated by AASGON, Business Press India and collaboration with TECD Foundation,has announced a significant number of full-tuition scholarships for the 2025 academic year. These scholarships, open to eligible candidates across Africa, cover 100% of tuition fees for undergraduate, postgraduate, PhD, and vocational programmes.
This landmark programme aligned with India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision for empowering these regions, and opens a major pathway for academically qualified African students to study in one of the world’s most dynamic and affordable educational environments, India without the financial burden of tuition fees.
Successful applicants will benefit from fully waived tuition costs for the duration of their chosen academic programmes. These opportunities span a broad range of disciplines and include undergraduate, postgraduate, doctoral (PhD), and technical or skill-based qualifications. Applicants must be from African countries, particularly from underserved, marginalised communities and regions. Candidates are expected to meet academic entry requirements as set by the Indian institutions and must have a functional proficiency in English, which is the medium of instruction for most courses and ability to their wellbeings.
Applications are now open through the TECD Foundation portal: https://tecdfoundation.org/member-login/. For bulk or sponsored applications, interested institutions or individuals are advised to contact: indoafrica@tecdfoundation.org or tecdfoundation.org@gmail.com.
Given the rising cost of overseas education, this initiative represents a considerable economic benefit. It is estimated that the total value of these tuition-free placements runs into hundreds of millions in savings for the continent; if students had otherwise paid standard international tuition fees ranging from £5,000 to £10,000 annually. For context, Nigeria alone reportedly spends over $2 billion every year on education abroad, particularly in the UK, US, Canada, and Europe. Unlike those destinations, which have become increasingly restrictive toward international students, India offers a more welcoming and development-oriented alternative.
This India-based initiative is not only a strategic response to the growing demand for affordable higher education but also a celebration of South-South collaboration. By removing the tuition barrier and strengthening academic ties between India and Africa, this programme aims to empower students to return and contribute meaningfully to their home countries and communities.
AASGON (Africa Asia Scholars Global Network) and Business Press India are longstanding advocates for equitable educational access. Their work in facilitating this opportunity exemplifies their commitment to sustainable development through education, capacity building, and international cooperation.
For further information or enquiries, please contact: indoafrica@tecdfoundation.org
Website: https://tecdfoundation.org
