Applications are now open for our 2020 PhD Scholars Programme. A non-residential fellowship for African pursuing PhD studies at universities in Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda in the fields of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics(STEM) and the social sciences.

From 170 applicants spanning six African countries, Mawazo chose 10 Scholars who together represent some of the most novel and inuential research taking place across Kenya. Their individual and collective areas of research are the stu Big Ideas are born...

February 11th marks International Day of Girls and Women in Science. Now in its fourth year, the annual commemoration celebrates and promotes girls and women contributions to science. At Mawazo, our work is informed by the need to increase women’s...

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We’re thrilled to announce our inaugural cohort of PhD Scholars! We received 170 applications for the 10 positions in this fellowship programme, showing the high demand for research funding and training amongst PhD students in Kenya. Read all about this...