Pauline Bakibinga Memorial Scholarship 2026
African Population and Health Research Center (APHRC)
A one-time USD 5,000–10,000 grant for approved digital-health master’s research by female East African residents at African universities; tuition is excluded.
Last checked 23 October 2026 · Some details remain unconfirmed
This call is closed. The deadline was 28 October 2026. This page remains available for reference.
Closing time and timezone not stated.
At a glance
- Funding / main benefit
- USD 5,000 to USD 10,000
- Deadline
- 28 October 2026
- Duration
- Not stated
- Location / format
- Not stated
- Career stage
- Master’s
- Geographic eligibility
- Female East African residents enrolled at African universities
Is this for me?
Best suited to: Female master’s students with an approved digital-health research proposal
Uganda relevance: Female Uganda residents may meet the East African residence condition, subject to the academic and approved-proposal requirements. Residence, not nationality, is specified.
Female East African residents with an approved digital-health master’s proposal only.
Institution / supervisor: African university enrolment required; MUST and Busoga Health Forum affiliation encouraged, not mandatory.
What the opportunity provides
Research expenses
- USD 5,000–10,000, one-time non-repayable grant
Not covered / excluded
- Tuition
Eligibility checklist
- Female resident of East Africa enrolled at an African university
- Bachelor’s degree and admission to a master’s programme in public health or a related field
- Approved master’s research proposal focused on digital health
What to prepare
Required at this stage
- Statement of purpose: maximum 500 words
- Two recommendation letters: maximum one page each
How to apply
- 01
Complete the preliminary survey
Use the survey in the official APHRC call; this step is mandatory.
- 02
Email one compiled PDF
Send to pbscholarships@aphrc.org with subject Pauline Bakibinga Memorial Scholarship. Both steps are required by 28 October. Our source excerpt does not establish the complete PDF packet: check the official call for every required document.
Questions applicants ask
Does it pay tuition?
No. Tuition is excluded; support is for master’s research expenses.
Is MUST or Busoga Health Forum affiliation mandatory?
No. Affiliates are encouraged, but affiliation is not required.
Is IRB approval mandatory at application?
IRB approval or proof of submission is strongly preferred, not stated as mandatory.
Is the survey enough?
No. The survey and emailed PDF are both required.
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Sources and verification
Last checked: 23 October 2026. Some source details remain unconfirmed.
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