CALL FOR APPLICATIONS | ByBit and AltSchool Africa Announce 1,000 Scholarships for Africa Tech Students in 2025

Limited number of scholarship opportunties available. Deadline for applications is June 11 2025.

Just 3 months after a deal with Binance to offer tech scholarships to 500 students, AltSchool Africa has this time partnered with ByBit to provide 1,000 scholarships for young Africans.


According to a statement, recipients will have the opportunity to enroll in AltSchool Africa’s Diploma program which offers courses in:

  • Software engineering
  • Data analytics, and
  • Product management

Beyond technical training, participants will benefit from:

  • Mentorship
  • Career counseling, and
  • Hands-on project experience

equipping them with the skills needed to innovate and make a global impact.

 

AltSchool Africa CEO, Adewale Yusuf, emphasized that the partnership is more than just a scholarship program, describing it as a shared commitment to equipping young Africans with the tech skills needed to drive their communities toward a thriving digital future.

“We are incredibly proud to partner with Bybit,” said Adewale Yusuf, CEO (AltSchool Africa).

“This sponsorship goes beyond a traditional scholarship program. It represents a shared vision for a future where young Africans are not only tech-savvy but also empowered to lead their communities into a prosperous digital age.”

Joshua Yau, Bybit’s Head of Africa, echoed this sentiment, stating that the initiative is focused on investing in human capital and showcasing technology’s potential as a catalyst for positive change.

“Education is a powerful catalyst for change, and Africa’s young population stands to benefit from unprecedented accessibility to technology in this day and age,” said Helen Liu, COO of Bybit.

“Through our partnership with AltSchool Africa and the establishment of the Bybit Academy, we are committed to providing opportunities that foster growth, innovation, and resilience. Together, we can cultivate a brighter future for our communities and future-proof Africa’s talent for the digital future.”

Eligibility Criteria

To be considered for this scholarship, you must:

  • Score at least 85% in the AltSchool’s entrance assessment
  • Be African
  • Be willing to become an ambassador for Bybit
  • Be willing to commit to the program
  • Write an essay (1,000 words or less) about your story and how the scholarship will help you

 

Interested applicants who meet the eligibility criteria can apply into the Bybit Academy at AltSchool Africa HERE and navigate to the Scholarships tab.

 

NB: Limited number of scholarship opportunties available.

 

 

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About AltSchool Africa

AltSchool Africa is a global talent company that equips Africans with the knowledge, skills, and resources they need to succeed in their careers.

AltSchool Africa offers a diverse range of technical and non-technical diploma programs and short courses across its five schools:

 

  • Software Engineering
  • Data
  • Product
  • Creative Economy, and
  • Business

To ensure that skilled professionals can access rewarding career opportunities worldwide, AltSchool Africa also provides career counselling, mentorship, recruitment support and job placement services.

 

 

 

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