SCHENGEN COUNTRIES WITH HIGH APPROVAL RATES

 

These Schengen Countries Had the Highest Approval Rates for Visas in 2024

Although Iceland is the leading country in visa approvals, other countries had high approval rates in 2024, too, making them convenient for those applying for Schengen visas this summer.

The easiest countries to grant you a Schengen visa this year, based on their approval rates for Schengen visas in 2024, are:

1. Iceland – 91.25 per cent of Schengen visa applications filed in 2024 were approved.
2. Slovakia – 89.25 per cent
3. Italy – 88.72 per cent
4. Romania – 88.36 per cent
5. Switzerland – 88.12 per cent
6. Hungary – 87.23 per cent
7. Norway – 87.20 per cent
8. Greece – 85.86 per cent
9. Austria – 85.78 per cent
10. Luxembourg – 85.65 per cent

In 2023, the ten countries with the highest approval rates for Schengen visas were Iceland, Italy, Latvia, Slovakia, Lithuania, Hungary, Poland, Austria, Germany, and Switzerland.

FURSA YA KWENDA MAREKANI

 

U R I T H I   F E S T 2025

Kutakua hapatoshi wenye mji wao wanapaita ATL Sina cha kuongezea kwani madam president ameishamaliza unachotakiwa ni ku bofya link hapo ujisajili na kisha tukutane,

JIJI LA MAAJABU YA 

Co c a  Cola

FUATA MAELEKEZO HAPA 👇

Discounted rates end July 20, 2025

 $75 Members

 

$75 GA Host State Members

(Code required; available from Georgia Jumuiya Leader)

​$80 Jumuiya Members 

(Code required; available from Jumuiya Leader)

$90 Non-members

$40 Students

$145 Non-members

(Code required; email info@dicotaus.org with a copy of your student ID)

CONTACT MADAME RITHA ACADEMIC FOR UR APPLICATION SERVICES@TELEGRAM/WHATSAPP +255718991625

 INFORMATION LINK

https://dicota.wildapricot.org/page-18110

Fully Funded MBA in Health Care Leadership

 

Fully Funded African STARS MBA Fellowship: Fully Funded MBA in Health Care Leadership, Stellenbosch Business School, South Africa

Expires on: 07/31/2025

 

Scholarship Description

The Centre for Epidemic Response and Innovation (CERI) at Stellenbosch University (South Africa) and the Institut Pasteur de Dakar (IPD) (Senegal), in partnership with the Mastercard Foundation, invite applications for the African STARS MBA Fellowship — a fully funded opportunity to pursue a Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Health Care Leadership at Stellenbosch Business School, South Africa.

 

Programme Overview

This specialised MBA equips professionals with skills to lead and transform health systems across Africa. It combines strategic, financial, and operational training focused on navigating complex health care environments.

 

Duration: 2 years (Jan 2026 – Dec 2027)

Format: Blended learning (online + three in-person blocks in Cape Town)

Specialisation: Health Care Leadership, including modules in Health Care Finance, Health Systems & Policy, and Value-Based Health Care

 

Fellowship Funding

The fellowship covers:

• Full tuition fees
• Application fees (for shortlisted candidates)
• Accommodation during contact blocks
• Air travel expenses
• Health insurance

 

Eligibility Criteria

• Born in and/or living in Africa
• Age 35 or younger
• Minimum 3 years of full-time work experience in the health sector
• Preferred qualifications: MBChB / MD, BSN, MMed, MPH, PhD (medical field), CA (Chartered Accountant)

 

Preference will be given to applicants who:

• Are clinicians or general practitioners with managerial/leadership roles
• Senior nurses leading large teams at a high level
• Team leaders/managers in pharmaceutical, medical tech, or laboratory sectors
• Hold senior public or private sector positions in health care (e.g., Manager, Deputy Director-General, CEO)
•  Manage health care delivery systems, pharmaceutical or health tech businesses, or regulatory bodies (e.g., AMA, SAMA, HPCSA)

 

 

 

International Merit Scholarships, East Tennessee State University

 International Merit Scholarships, East Tennessee State University, United States of America

Scholarship Description

International Merit Scholarships are available to new degree-seeking international students. All students who apply for admission are considered for these scholarships. No separate application is needed.

 

Scholarship          Award Amount    Requirements

Undergraduate Merit Scholarships         

Blue Scholarship    $5,000/year    >3.0 GPA

Gold Scholarship    $7,000/year    >3.5 GPA

Elite Scholarship    $9,000/year    >3.75 GPA

Graduate Merit Scholarships         

Masters Merit Scholarship

$5,000/year                            >3.0 GPA

Doctoral Merit Scholarship $9,000/year    >3.0 GPA

 

ELIGIBILITY

To receive an International Merit Scholarship at ETSU, students must:

1. Be admitted to ETSU as a degree-seeking student.

2. Have, or plan to have, a visa that allows for a full-time course of study.

3. Have earned a 3.0 GPA or higher in previous coursework

- Freshman Applicants - 3.0 GPA in High School

- Transfer Applicants - 3.0 GPA in previous university coursework

- Graduate Applicants - 3.0 GPA in undergraduate coursework.

Students ineligible for International Merit Scholarships:

- Second Bachelor's Degree Applicants if previous degree was granted by ETSU.

- Students paying in-state or E-Rate tuition.

- Studying applying for the M.D. or PharmD. programs.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS

The following are the terms and conditions for continued eligibiliity for International Merit Scholarships at East Tennessee State University:

1. These scholarships are intended to help with the cost of out-of-state tuition. Involvement in another program that waives out-of-state tuition makes a student ineligible for merit scholarships.

2. Qualified students can receive merit scholarships for a maximum of eight semesters.

3. Merit scholarships cannot be applied if a student is charged the E-rate tuition.

4. Students must be enrolled full-time to receive the merit scholarship(s).

5. Students must notify the Office of International Enrollment and Services if they are awarded another scholarship that covers the cost of out-of-state tuition.

6. Students must maintain a 2.75 grade point average (GPA) each semester to recieve the merit scholarship(s). Failure to maintain this GPA will result in a probationary semester where the student still receives the merit scholarship(s). If the student's cumulative GPA does reach 2.75 by the end of the probationary semester, the student will lose the scholarship for the remainder of their degree program.

- Graduate student must maintain a 3.0 GPA to receive the merit scholarship. Please review the terms and conditions on the graduate merit acceptance form for additional details.

FOR YOUR QUESTIONS/ VIZA/ADMISSION APPLICATIONS TO USA,CANADA WORLDWIDE.CONTACT MADAME RITHA ACADEMIC at TELEGRAM/WHATSAPP +255718991625

FOR MORE INFO

https://www.etsu.edu/international/scholarships/merit.php

 

 

Women in Technology Entrance Scholarship

 

UW Alumni Women in Technology Entrance Scholarship, University of Waterloo, Canada

Award type:

Entrance scholarships

Award description:

One or more scholarships, valued at $5,000 each, will be awarded to outstanding undergraduate students who identify as women enrolling in Year One of an Engineering or Computer Science degree program in which women are underrepresented. Selection will be based on academic excellence combined with extracurricular achievements as assessed through the Admission Information Form. Computer Science selections may also be based on contest scores assessed through the Centre for Education in Mathematics and Computing (CEMC). This fund is made possible by donations from the Elliott Family and friends to inspire young women to pursue studies in Engineering and/or Computer Science.

Value:

$5,000

Program:

Engineering→Chemical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Geological Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Nanotechnology Engineering, Systems Design Engineering; Software Engineering; Mathematics→Computer Science

FOR YOUR APPLICATION SERVICES,CV AND STATEMENT OF PURPOSE REVIEW CONTACT MADAME RITHA ACADEMIC@TELEGRAM/WHATSAP NO.+255718991625

CULTURAL EVENTS IN CANADA

CULTURAL EVENTS IN CANADA

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🎭 1. Caribana Festival – Toronto (Now called “Toronto Caribbean Carnival”)

🗓️ When: Late July to early August
📍 Where: Downtown Toronto (Parade on Lakeshore Blvd.)
🌍 What: North America’s largest Caribbean festival, celebrating music, dance, fashion, and food from the African-Caribbean diaspora.

🎯 Why it fits 

• Opportunity to showcase Tanzanian/African culture, fashion, or crafts.

• Connect with diaspora entrepreneurs and artists.

• Learn how African heritage is celebrated in multicultural Canada for community empowerment.

• Explore business opportunities in cross-cultural trade and fashion.

📄 Documents for Visa & Participation:

• Proof of event schedule or registration

• A letter of invitation or confirmation if exhibiting

• Hotel bookings in Toronto

• A short itinerary detailing event dates

• Proof of ties to Tanzania (business ownership, return plan)

💰 Estimated Costs:

Item	Estimated Cost (USD)
Round-trip flight (Tanzania to Toronto)	$1,200 – $1,500
Visa application fee (Visitor visa)	$100
Biometric fee	$85
Accommodation (7–10 days)	$800 – $1,000
Festival participation (if vendor)	$200 – $400
Local transportation & meals	$300 – $500
TOTAL	$2,685 – $3,585

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🎶 2. Afrofest Toronto

🗓️ When: July (usually the second weekend)
📍 Where: Woodbine Park, Toronto
🌍 What: Canada’s largest free African music festival celebrating African culture, arts, crafts, and food.

🎯 Why it fits Madame Ritha:

• Ideal for vendors of African products—vitenge, crafts, art.

• Great for networking with African Canadian communities, cultural activists, and entrepreneurs.

• Possible to attend as a participant or observer in workshops and performances.

• Suitable to promote educational or cultural exchange programs.

📄 Required Documentation:

• Festival program screenshot and web listing

• Proof of registration (if applying to be a vendor or participant)

• A travel plan that includes visit to Afrofest

• Hotel reservation near Woodbine Park

• Travel insurance

• Proof of funds and business documents (to show cultural entrepreneurship)

💰 Estimated Costs:

Item	Estimated Cost (USD)
Round-trip flight	$1,200 – $1,500
Visa fees + biometrics	$185
Hotel/accommodation (5–7 days)	$600 – $800
Local travel & food	$200 – $400
Registration fee (if exhibiting)	$100 – $300
Miscellaneous	$100
TOTAL	$2,385 – $3,285

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🕺🏿 3. Vancouver African Descent Festival

🗓️ When: July (around Nelson Mandela Day, July 18th)
📍 Where: Vancouver, British Columbia
🌍 What: A multicultural celebration of African descent, featuring music, food, spoken word, art, and fashion.

🎯 Why it fits 

• Platform to present Tanzanian fashion, stories, or academic work

• Participate in empowerment workshops and business exhibitions

• Network with NGOs, community leaders, and artists of African descent

• Aligns with  mission of women and youth empowerment through culture and education

📄 Documentation Needed:

• Event flyer or confirmation from the official website

• Hotel bookings in Vancouver

• Internal flight details (Toronto to Vancouver, if attending multiple events)

• Proof of intention to return (family ties, business, property)

• Statement of Purpose describing professional and cultural goals

💰 Estimated Costs:

Item	Estimated Cost (USD)
International Flight (TZ–Toronto–Vancouver–TZ)	$1,400 – $1,700
Internal flight (Toronto to Vancouver)	$200 – $300
Visa + biometrics	$185
Accommodation (5 days)	$600 – $900
Food, transport, extras	$200 – $300
Festival fee (if any)	$50 – $150
TOTAL	$2,635 – $3,535

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✅ Supporting Documents for Visa Application (General)

1. Travel Itinerary – include event names, locations, dates, reasons for attending

2. Event registration or invitation letters

3. Business registration/license (Tanzania) – to show entrepreneurial background

4. Proof of previous travel history (visas, stamps to USA, India, Russia)

5. Bank statements – showing sufficient funds (at least $3,000–$4,000)

6. Ties to home country – property, business, family letter of support

7. Hotel bookings

8. Travel Insurance

9. Cover Letter / Statement of Purpose 

For your visa applications,contact madame ritha @telegram/whatsapp +255718991625

Fully funded MSc and undergraduate scholarships in UAE

 Fully funded MSc and undergraduate scholarships in UAE

Scholarships

Bachelor Degree:​

Scholarship Program: 

1. The scholarship program is limited to international students.
2. The scholarship program is limited to students admitted to the university from outside the UAE only.
3. The accepted student from outside the country receives a monthly stipend determined by the university (according to the laws and regulations).
4. The monthly stipend is paid in the summer only to students enrolled and accepted from outside the country (study is optional in the summer).
5. The university shall bear the expenses of the travel ticket from the country from which the student travels back and forth when he completes 50% of his study plan and according to the permitted times and in accordance with the university calendar announced at the university if he is enrolled to study abroad​.
6. The university covers all the expenses and procedures of visas, residencies and the issuance of identity cards for students coming to study from outside the country.
7. Providing health insurance in accordance with the policies and regulations adopted by the university for students accepted from outside the country.
8. Providing housing for the beneficiary inside or outside the university in the city of Sharjah for what the university decides, if the beneficiary is coming to study from outside the country and is single or not dependent inside the country, and the university does not bear any responsibility towards the beneficiary if he marries during the period of his studies at the university​.
9. The university provides on-campus transportation service only.
10. If the student does not show up on time, the visa will be cancelled.
11. The university grants a ticket (one-way only) from the country to the country of which the beneficiary holds citizenship if he is enrolled to study from abroad after graduation.

 
Controls of the continuity of the scholarship: 

1. Enrollment in each semester and do not drop out of study.
2. The semester and cumulative average in the regular semester should not be less than 2.00 points.
3. In the event that the student's semester or cumulative average (for the regular semester) is less than 2.00 points, the scholarship controls and instructions shall apply.
4. The scholarship student is accepted at the university, provided that he is fully dedicated to studying, and he is not entitled to work throughout his studies at the university, and in the event that these instructions are violated, the scholarship will be cancelled.
5. Students enrolled in the Intensive Arabic Language Program must successfully complete the program in one academic year (maximum) and then be assigned to one of the specialities offered by the university in accordance with the admission requirements in each specialization and the available academic seats. If he is unable to pass the program, the university's regulations in this regard shall be applied.
6. Adhere to the university's regulations and laws, as well as the behavioral and ethical controls required by university life and community norms.
7. ​The student will not be allowed to leave the university or leave the country without the prior permission of the university and with acceptable excuses.
   

Master Degree:​

Conditions for Scholarship

1. Equivalency of the bachelor’s degree (or its equivalent) if issued outside the United Arab Emirates.
2. A minimum GPA of 3.3 out of 4, or its equivalent, in the bachelor’s degree.
3. Full-time commitment to study and to working at the university as a Research and Teaching Assistant.
4. Approval from the relevant UAE authorities for the applicant to work as a Research and Teaching Assistant.
5. Approval from the academic department, which will nominate candidates for the research and teaching scholarship based on the set selection criteria.
6. Approval from the College of Graduate Studies for both the primary and reserve nomination lists.
7. Submission of a detaile​d CV.

MORE INFORMATION

https://www.alqasimia.ac.ae/en/AdmissionRegistration/Pages/TuitionScholarships.aspx?fbclid=IwY2xjawK9ztpleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFRMkxTanJvVEM0SkZacEFGAR5Nfcz8E9cm6GYOA4-N4KkpBMNeBwEqL8X7d5bAf75_Sn917t0RbhWua_5M4w_aem_I5AEMluJ1tY98me1pET2PA

TRUCK DRIVER JOB AVAILABLE IN NEW ZEALAND

 

Class 1 Truck Driver

Company: SCEL.

indeed

Location: Auckland City, Auckland, New Zealand.

Requirements:

• Valid Class 1 license.

• Flexibility with night shifts, weekends, early mornings.

• Hands-on truck driving experience.

Benefits:

• Pay ranges from $24 to $26/hour.

Full-time work required for at least 30 hours per week.

⚫ Visa sponsorship available.

How to Apply:

Go to onlineworkup.com under "Class 1 Truck Driver"

- UNIVERSITY OF MANCHESTER- Global Futures Scholarships

 

Global Futures Scholarships

We're proud to offer awards totalling more than £4.5 million to international students starting their studies in September 2025.

Scholarships are open to both undergraduate and master's students holding an offer from the University for full-time study on campus in Manchester.

Fully funded scholarships are available for undergraduate and master's programs at the University of Manchester

FOR MORE INFO

https://www.manchester.ac.uk/.../global-futures-scholarship/

LIST OF AGENCIES FOR TEACHING JOBS IN USA

VERIFIED recruitment agencies that bring international teachers to the USA on a J-1 or H-1B visa, sponsor them

They help you:

Secure a teaching job in US public/private schools

Process your J-1 or H-1B visa

Pay for your visa filing or support it through sponsor schools

Settle in the US with professional development, housing assistance & orientation

AND even bring your spouse/children along (for most visa types)

Here are 7 Verified Agencies recruiting now in 2025:

Teach Away

https://www.teachaway.com

Recruits international teachers for US public & charter schools

Offers J-1 visa teaching exchange program

No application or agency fees

Also helps with teacher certification & training

EPI – Educational Partners International

https://teachwithepi.com

J-1 visa program (3-5 years)

Sponsors qualified teachers in Math, Science, English, Special Ed, and more

Offers cultural exchange support + relocation guidance

No hidden charges

Participate Learning

https://www.participatelearning.com

J-1 visa teaching exchange

Places teachers in K-12 schools (mainly North Carolina, Virginia, South Carolina)

Covers orientation, support, cultural programs

No upfront cost or middlemen

TWI – Texas Teachers of Tomorrow (for H-1B routes)

https://www.teachersoftomorrow.org

Helps international teachers transition to the US education system

Some school districts using them offer direct visa sponsorship

They also offer licensure training

Global Teaching Partners

https://globalteachingadventures.com

Places teachers in US schools under cultural exchange programs

Covers visa and relocation support

No agency fees for the teacher

Must have teaching experience + IELTS or TOEFL

International Teachers Exchange Services (ITES)

https://www.itesrecruitment.com

J-1 visa program (3-year renewable)

Recruits for US public and charter schools

No application or placement fee

They support visa processing, travel, and orientation

Teach USA by Amity Institute

https://amity.org/teach-usa

J-1 visa sponsorship

Short-term & long-term placements

Orientation, cultural activities, and school placement

Trusted by many international teachers

Watch Out For

Don’t pay “processing fees” to random agents

Avoid WhatsApp job groups with no official company name or website

Always ask: “Do you sponsor the J-1 or H-1B visa?”

Research the agency on LinkedIn, YouTube & Google Reviews

NURSE WORK IN THE USA

NURSE WORK IN THE USA

If you're a Registered Nurse (RN) dreaming of relocating to the United States

this post is for YOU!

Here’s a list of genuine recruitment agencies that:

Recruit international nurses (YES, including from Africa, Asia, the Caribbean & beyond)

Fully sponsor your US immigration (Green Card / EB-3)

Cover NCLEX, IELTS, VisaScreen, flight & even relocation costs

NEVER charge you upfront

Help with hospital placement and onboarding

Here are the Top 7 Verified Agencies bringing nurses to the USA

O'Grady Peyton International

https://www.ogradypeyton.com

40+ years of experience

Covers NCLEX sponsorship

Permanent job placement with US hospitals

Green Card sponsorship included

Apply from anywhere in the world

2. Avant Healthcare Professionals

https://www.avanthealthcare.com

No placement fee

Free NCLEX & IELTS prep

Up to $2,000 relocation bonus

Green Card sponsorship for you (and family!)

They recruit from Africa, Asia, Europe, Caribbean

MedPro International

https://www.medprointernational.com

Step-by-step support for NCLEX & licensing

EB-3 visa sponsorship

FREE flight, housing, and transition support

Weekly pay once you arrive

Nurses love their personal touch!

Conexus MedStaff

https://www.conexusmedstaff.com

Green Card Sponsorship

Free NCLEX review courses

Paid job in US hospitals

No recruitment or application fee

Currently recruiting from Nigeria, Ghana, India, Kenya, Philippines, and more!

PassportUSA (by Health Carousel)

https://www.passportusa.com

Full EB-3 immigration process handled

Free licensing & exam support

Airport pickup, housing assistance, family sponsorship

They work with nurses from over 60 countries!

Westways Staffing Services

https://www.westwaysstaffing.com

Sponsorship for experienced nurses

Hospital & clinic placements

No fee to apply or join

US-based with multiple branches

Adevia Health

https://adevia.com

UK & USA nurse sponsorship

Offers training support

No application or processing fees

Trusted in Africa & Asia

BONUS TIP:

Never pay for a job offer

Avoid agents without official websites or company emails

Always ask: “Do you sponsor the EB-3 visa or Green Card?”

Google reviews and LinkedIn presence matter!