Pauline Bakibinga Memorial Scholarship 2025 | $5,000–$10,000 for East African Women in Digital Health

Pauline Bakibinga Memorial Scholarship 2025: Overview

The Pauline Bakibinga Memorial Scholarship was founded in 2022 by the African Population and Health Research Center (APHRC) to honor the late Dr. Pauline Bakibinga, a passionate researcher and mentor in digital health. The scholarship supports female postgraduate students in East Africa pursuing Master’s research in digital health, with funding dedicated to research costs (not tuition).

Deadline: 29 September 2025

Pauline Bakibinga Memorial Scholarship 2025: Eligibility

Applicants must:

• Be female students residing in East Africa.

• Hold an undergraduate degree.

• Have admission to a Master’s degree program in public health or a related field.

• Have an approved research topic focused on digital health innovations.

• Provide proof of IRB approval or submission (advantageous).

• Be registered at an African university.

• Applicants from Mbarara University of Science and Technology and those affiliated with the Busoga Health Forum are strongly encouraged to apply.

Benefits

• Annual scholarship funding of USD $5,000 – $10,000.

• Covers research project costs (not tuition).

• Awarded annually until 2028.

• Mentorship opportunities and professional recognition in digital health research.

Fellowship/Program Components

• Supports Master ’s-level research projects in the broad area of digital health.

• Encourages recipients to give back by supporting future scholars and contributing to community health.

• Promotes the legacy of Dr. Bakibinga by advancing women-led digital health solutions in Africa.

Application Requirements

1. Step 1: Complete a short online survey (link provided in call).

2. Step 2: Send one PDF document via email to pbscholarships@aphrc.org containing:

   • Essay (max 500 words) on motivation.

   • Two letters of recommendation (1-page max; one must be from an academic supervisor).

   • Academic certificates.

   • Proof of admission into a Master’s program.

Subject line: Pauline Bakibinga Memorial Scholarship

Selection Criteria

• Academic performance.

• Commitment to advancing digital health.

• Demonstrated leadership and community engagement.

• Prior experience in digital health-related work.

• Interview performance for shortlisted finalists.

Application Process

1. Complete the online survey.

2. Prepare and compile all documents into one PDF file.

3. Email the file to pbscholarships@aphrc.org with the scholarship name in the subject line.

4. Submit by 29 September 2025 (late or incomplete applications will not be considered).

5. Shortlisted candidates will be invited for interviews.

6. Final awardees will be notified via email within one month after review.

For more information and application: 

Visit the official website of the Pauline Bakibinga Memorial Scholarship 2025