{"id":10124,"date":"2025-11-25T11:56:21","date_gmt":"2025-11-25T11:56:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/examkits.com\/blog\/?p=10124"},"modified":"2025-11-25T11:56:23","modified_gmt":"2025-11-25T11:56:23","slug":"augustine-udefa-foundation-launches-speaking-scholarship-for-african-students-full-fees-cash-prizes-up-for-grabs","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/examkits.com\/blog\/augustine-udefa-foundation-launches-speaking-scholarship-for-african-students-full-fees-cash-prizes-up-for-grabs\/","title":{"rendered":"Augustine Udefa Foundation Launches Speaking Scholarship for African Students: Full Fees, Cash Prizes Up for Grabs"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>A new scholarship programme is opening doors for young African students who can think fast, speak boldly, and uphold strong values. The <strong>Augustine Udefa Speaking Scholarship<\/strong>, created by the Augustine Udefa Foundation, is set to reward outstanding public speakers with full tuition support and cash prizes \u2014 and participation begins with a continent-wide speaking competition in 2026.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Designed to empower brilliant students struggling with financial need, the scholarship targets young scholars who want to use their voice to shape ideas, inspire change, and promote good character.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>A Scholarship Rooted in Voice, Values, and Vision<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The Augustine Udefa Speaking Scholarship supports students across all fields of study who demonstrate exceptional public speaking talent, sharp reasoning, and moral integrity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Winners are selected through a multi-stage speaking contest judged by experts and the general public. The top performer receives <strong>full school fee support for their entire programme<\/strong> and a <strong>\u20a6100,000 cash prize<\/strong>, with additional awards for second and third positions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Eligibility: Who Can Apply?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Applicants must meet the following criteria:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Be enrolled in a <strong>public university, polytechnic, monotechnic, or college of education<\/strong> in any African country.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Be in <strong>100 or 200 level<\/strong>. Students in 300 or 400 level may apply only if they prove <strong>clear financial hardship<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Demonstrate <strong>good moral conduct<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Submit all required documents via the online application portal, including:\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Curriculum vitae (CV)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Admission letter<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Attestation letter from their HOD confirming good conduct, signed on official letterhead<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Scholarship Benefits<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Award Structure<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Winner:<\/strong> Full school fees for entire programme + \u20a6100,000 cash prize<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Second Position:<\/strong> Full school fees for one session + \u20a650,000 cash prize<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Third Position:<\/strong> Full school fees for one session<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Renewal Requirements (For Top Winner)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>To maintain the scholarship:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Maintain <strong>CGPA of at least 3.5\/5.0 or 2.5\/4.0<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Present an HOD letter confirming current CGPA and progress<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Provide <strong>two attestation letters<\/strong> from academic referees verifying good conduct<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Grounds for Termination<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The scholarship may be withdrawn if:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The student fails to maintain the minimum CGPA<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The student is suspended or rusticated<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The student posts or promotes content involving nudity or sexual immorality<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How to Apply<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Interested applicants must fill out the online form on the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.augustineudefafoundation.com\/speakingscholarship.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Augustine Udefa Foundation speaking scholarship application page<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Cover letter<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>CV<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Admission letter<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Attestation letter from HOD<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>All documents <strong>must be clear, complete, and readable<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Speaking Competition Begins January 2026<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Shortlisted students will enter a speaking competition starting January 2026. Participants will submit a <strong>3-minute, clear-quality video<\/strong> presenting their views on an assigned topic.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Videos will be uploaded across official platforms, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/share\/19ao9xPcUe\/?mibextid=wwXIfr\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Y\u2019tino Intellectual Discourse Facebook page<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/ytino2025?igsh=MTBtZGxzbmQybmthaA%3D%3D&amp;utm_source=qr\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">ytino2025 Instagram account<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/@ytino.intellectual?_t=ZM-8y2RLjtGYQY&amp;_r=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Y\u2019tino Intellectual Discourse TikTok account<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/@augustineudefafoundation\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Augustine Udefa Foundation YouTube channel<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The public will vote online while judges score each speaker.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Competition Format: Three Stages<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Stage 1: Group Stage<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Speakers grouped and paired for one-on-one matches<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Each win earns <strong>3 points<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Highest-scoring speaker from each group proceeds<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Stage 2: Semi-finals<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Group winners compete<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Top <strong>two speakers<\/strong> advance to finals<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Third-highest scorer takes overall <strong>third position<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Stage 3: Final<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Finalists compete for the top award<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Winner receives the full scholarship + \u20a6100,000<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Runner-up receives one session of fee support + \u20a650,000<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Third position receives one session of fee support<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Scoring System<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Each presentation is evaluated using:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>70%:<\/strong> Expert judges\u2019 score<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>30%:<\/strong> Public votes<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The combined total determines who advances \u2014 and ultimately, who wins.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>A Chance to Transform Lives Through Public Speaking<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>With financial barriers removed and a platform to showcase real intellectual skill, the Augustine Udefa Speaking Scholarship stands ready to spotlight Africa\u2019s next generation of powerful communicators and ethical leaders.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You may also like 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