The 12 fellows in this year’s cohort are made up of 6 new students on the fellowship and 6 others who are continuing with their second-year studies towards their master’s degrees at various leading South African universities.
From water quality and HIV treatment, to mapping the responsiveness of health services, data science master’s students supported by TFG are applying their remarkable talents to some of the thorniest social challenges of the day.
In addition to TFG’s annual financial support of over R2 million, the TFG Data Science and Leadership Fellowship provides a comprehensive mentoring and support programme to ensure the success of the beneficiaries. The inaugural intake saw four exceptional candidates complete their master’s degrees, and the second intake has six fellows currently completing their second year of studies.
TFG has hired two of the four graduates from the programme to date, while another is pursuing a post-doctoral degree.
The Fellowship is open to all South Africans, with a strong emphasis on academic excellence, innovation, creativity, and leadership potential, reflecting TFG’s commitment to diversity and inclusion.
TFG Data Science and Leadership Fellowship swells pipeline of highly qualified specialists 
