Spark Dialogue Series

Help us wish the 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐦 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐫 of Spark Dialogue Series, Mr. Dhieu Bol Nyuon, a happy birthday. Dhieu has impacted SDS seminars and platform with leadership and integrity, elements which have been critical in ensuring the quality and sustainability of this flagship program.

May God bless him as we continue to benefit from his leadership and inspiration.

Spark Dialogue Series — Seminar 18

This Sunday, the Spark Dialogue Series will host three prominent young leaders for a crucial discussion on 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐡 𝐏𝐞𝐚𝐜𝐞𝐛𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐀𝐝𝐯𝐨𝐜𝐚𝐜𝐲, 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐃𝐢𝐚𝐥𝐨𝐠𝐮𝐞𝐬, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐋𝐨𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐒𝐞𝐜𝐮𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐂𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧.

This engaging panel will explore the role of young people in peacebuilding, the importance of community dialogues, practical ways to implement them, and how local collaborations at the grassroots level can foster sustainable peace.

Every young person in this country contributes — positively, negatively, or not at all. Understanding the value of youth voices in the collective pursuit of peace within our communities and nation is not just necessary; it is a moral obligation.

Join us tomorrow, Sunday, October 26, at 7:30 PM CAT on Zoom.

Zoom Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86876698144?pwd=a2gXSMTVqFoh6xeEd1pnaxy1Lsba4O.1

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Dear Scholarship aspirants, below are 9 full scholarships currently open to African students + one bonus program at the bottom. Many application deadlines closing soon!

The Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program is such a great program, offering scholarships, leadership opportunities, startup support, and pan-African networks.

Africans under 35 are eligible, with women, refugees, and people with disabilities especially encouraged to apply.

Though I’ve now left the Foundation, this is a program worth sharing!

𝐀𝐟𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐧 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 𝐔𝐧𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐲
Undergrad
Deadline: 1 Nov (rolling for future cohorts)
https://lnkd.in/dDQU2PxB

𝐀𝐫𝐢𝐳𝐨𝐧𝐚 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐔𝐧𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐲
Graduate (Innovation and tech focused)
Deadline: 2 Nov
https://lnkd.in/d6crMnCH

𝐔𝐧𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐨𝐟 𝐓𝐨𝐫𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐨
Graduate (Healthcare focused)
Deadline: 3 Nov
https://lnkd.in/dBs2Ahj3

𝐀𝐦𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐧 𝐔𝐧𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐨𝐟 𝐁𝐞𝐢𝐫𝐮𝐭
Graduate
Deadline: 6 Nov (PhD), March 2026 (Masters)
https://lnkd.in/d8zmFpuR

𝐔𝐧𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐨𝐟 𝐄𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐛𝐮𝐫𝐠𝐡
Graduate
Deadline: 14 Nov (Application phase 1)
https://lnkd.in/dbezewpW

𝐔𝐂 𝐁𝐞𝐫𝐤𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐲
Graduate
Deadline: 15 Nov (For fee waiver)
https://lnkd.in/dGw_wbMf

𝐔𝐧𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐨𝐟 𝐂𝐚𝐦𝐛𝐫𝐢𝐝𝐠𝐞
Graduate
Deadline: Early Dec to Jan. Varies by program
https://lnkd.in/dEPpSitp

𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐧𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐞 𝐌𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐨𝐧 𝐔𝐧𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐀𝐟𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐚
Graduate
Deadline: 15 Dec
https://lnkd.in/dGFaJtV9

𝐒𝐜𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐬𝐏𝐨
Graduate
Deadline: 4 Jan 2026
https://lnkd.in/dthr2HCi

Here’s your bonus. Not an academic scholarship, but a great fellowship:

𝐉𝐢𝐦 𝐋𝐞𝐞𝐜𝐡 𝐌𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐜𝐚𝐫𝐝 𝐅𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐅𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐨𝐰𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 𝐨𝐧 𝐄𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐮𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩
Queen’s University (Canada). An 8-month program with stipend & pitch opportunities
Deadline: 15 Dec
https://lnkd.in/dPwu5QXr

While working on your application, I’d encourage you to contact the university and let them know you plan to apply to the program, so they can give you any further guidance. Each university runs their own program.

Credit: Promise Land Secondary School

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DAY 2 | Virtual Conference on Entrepreneurship & Innovation 2025

Theme: “Building Beyond Borders: Empowering South Sudanese Youth Through Entrepreneurship and Innovation”

Join us tonight for a powerful Panel Discussion titled:
“From Ideas to Impact: _Unlocking Entrepreneurial Potential Among South Sudanese Youth”

📅 Sunday, 19th October 2025

🕢 7:30 PM CAT

📍 Venue: Zoom

🎙️ Speakers:

Mr. Akol Dok – Entrepreneur, Writer | Analyst. Managing Partner of Orus Consulting Firm.

Mr. Biar William Deng – Humanitarian & Business Expert.

Deng Forbez – Artist, Poet & Entrepreneur.

Don’t miss: Insightful dialogue, Q&A, and networking.

🔗 Register now via https://forms.gle/Goqfc4coHAMm32ct8

NB: Only 80 slots available. First come first served.

Join our WhatsApp groups:

Spark Foundation - South Sudan
https://chat.whatsapp.com/CjhaLBiQnVAGkkt8FuAIua

SudILE Organization
https://chat.whatsapp.com/Exvm4kKy6rJKvgKQihf6rx?mode=ems_copy_t

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DAY 2 | Virtual Conference on Entrepreneurship & Innovation 2025

Theme: “Building Beyond Borders: Empowering South Sudanese Youth Through Entrepreneurship and Innovation”

Join us for a powerful Panel Discussion
titled:
“From Ideas to Impact: _Unlocking Entrepreneurial Potential Among South Sudanese Youth”

📅 Sunday, 19th October 2025

🕢 7:30 PM CAT

📍 Venue: Zoom

🎙️ Speakers:

Mr. Akol Dok– Entrepreneur, Writer | Analyst. Managing Partner of Orus Consulting Firm.

Mr. Biar William Deng– Humanitarian & Business Expert.

Deng Forbez– Artist, Poet & Entrepreneur.

Don’t miss: Insightful dialogue, Q&A, and networking.

🔗 Register now via https://forms.gle/Goqfc4coHAMm32ct8

NB: Only 80 slots available. First come first served.

Join our WhatsApp groups:

Spark Foundation - South Sudan
https://chat.whatsapp.com/CjhaLBiQnVAGkkt8FuAIua

SudILE Organization
https://chat.whatsapp.com/Exvm4kKy6rJKvgKQihf6rx?mode=ems_copy_t