The Mandela Rhodes Foundation (MRF) Äänit Prize 2026

The Äänit Prize supports social impact initiatives benefiting Africa’s marginalised populations. It is open to alumni of the Mandela Rhodes Scholarship and the Rhodes Scholarship, with a prize fund of up to $100,000. The process includes stages from indicating interest to a final selection and public announcement of winners.

Prize funding up to $100,000; opportunity for recognition and potential support for project development.

Only alumni of the Mandela Rhodes Scholarship and the Rhodes Scholarship may apply.

Indicate interest by 17 June 2026, invited to submit a full application (1 July 2026 – 21 July 2026), then interviews and final decisions culminating in a winners’ announcement.