The Bank of Namibia is offering bursaries for the academic year 2023. The Bank of Namibia is the central bank of Namibia and is responsible for the implementation of monetary policy, the management of foreign exchange reserves and the supervision of the banking sector. The Bank of Namibia has a strong commitment to the advancement of education and the development of human capital in the country and believes that providing financial assistance to students pursuing higher education is an important part of this commitment.
The Bank of Namibia Bursary Scheme is available to Namibian citizens who meet the selection criteria. Applicants must be in their final year of study at a recognized Namibian tertiary institution. The bursary is available to students studying in any of the following fields: Banking, Business Administration, Economics, Finance, Information Technology, Mathematics or Statistics.
The Bank of Namibia Bursary Scheme covers full tuition fees, study material, and a monthly allowance for living expenses for the duration of the course. The bursary does not cover the cost of accommodation, travel or other personal expenses.
Applicants for the Bank of Namibia Bursary Scheme must submit a completed application form, certified copies of their academic transcripts and a certified copy of their identity document. The application form and additional documents can be downloaded from the Bank of Namibia website.
The Bank of Namibia Bursary Scheme is highly competitive and only a limited number of bursaries are available each year. The selection process takes into account the applicant’s academic performance and financial need. Shortlisted applicants will be invited for an interview and the successful applicants will be notified of the outcome of their applications.
The Bank of Namibia Bursary Scheme is a great opportunity for Namibian students to gain access to higher education and develop the skills needed to make a positive contribution to the Namibian economy. The Bank of Namibia is committed to supporting the development of human capital and the bursary scheme is an important part of this commitment.