THE MADRINHA TRUST
SCHOLAR MENTEE AWARDS 2024

Science & Immunology, Malawi

MICHAEL GEOGHEGAN
GLOBAL SCHOLAR OF THE YEAR

GOLD AWARD 2024

This award is a reflection of Bridget's outstanding achievement, her tireless efforts and great results despite of the many challenges encountered. Bridget has never weakened in the way of her pursuit of excellence being an example of strength and perseverance. That is the reason why we celebrate the recognition of her Gold Award as a true price for her hard work and her constant gratitude for Madrinha.

Congratulations to Bridget, may life grant you everything you deserve.

Eva, Mentor

“My name is Bridget Ibbu and I'm pursuing bachelor of science in immunology. I am a Madrinha Trust scholar in partnership with Test for Africa Malawi and I have Eva as my UK mentor, from who I get so much love and support. She really has helped in shaping the person I am today.

I'm really happy and grateful for all that Madrinha family has done for me. It is really worthy being called a family. Through this family, I have learnt a lot. It is my desire that I also support someone just the way this family supports me.”

Business Admin, Tanzania

JANIA GEOGHEGAN
GLOBAL SCHOLAR OF THE YEAR

GOLD AWARD 2024

Congratulations to Glory on winning this well-deserved award! With her unwavering dedication, from balancing a part-time cooking job to pursuing her passion in her thesis topic, she exemplifies the essence of hard work and commitment. Beyond her academic pursuits, she radiates positivity and is a joy to collaborate with. I have no doubt that she will go on to achieve great successes and continue to inspire others within the Madrinha family and her wider network!

Nishil, Mentor

“My name is Glory .A. Zakaria. I am completing my Bachelor of Business Administration in Dec 2024. I am so proud and honoured to have been a Madrinha Trust scholar in partnership with Test for Africa Tanzania, Mandrinha is just like a huge family and being part of it, is such a pleasure. Having Nishil as my mentor has opened my eyes to so many things and really shaped who I am today, I learned a lot from him, from my academics to life in general he is such a great mentor and I thank Madrinha for giving me a chance to meet him and assigning him as my mentor.

Being a Gold Award winner is such a great honor. I cannot express how deeply grateful I am for this recognition, it means so much to me to be given this award. Thank you Madrinha Trust, Test for Africa and all involved for honoring me with this award, it’s a huge achievement to me.”

Medicine, Tanzania

GLOBAL SCHOLAR OF THE YEAR

GOLD AWARD 2024

Ahmad is very engaged and ambitious. He has developed and led on a project to help patients with diabetes manage their condition using an app and through this also provide education for the patients about their condition and advice on what to eat etc. He has been attending conferences and presented his project at one. He is raising money for the project and the award will really help recognise his talents and help towards financing the project.

Nishma, Mentor

“My name is Ahmad, and I'm a final year medical student at State University of Zanzibar graduating in December 2024. I take immense pride in being a Madrinha Trust scholar in partnership with Test for Africa Tanzania. Having Dr Nishma as my mentor has not only opened my eyes to numerous perspectives but has also significantly shaped my identity. Being a Gold Award winner has been a transformative experience, empowering me for the future generation.

Thank You All🙏🏾”