By Leonard Kamugisha Akida,
KAMPALA
Jeet Hospitality and Tourism Management (JHTM) Institute has announced a 50% bursary and scholarship scheme targeting Ugandan students seeking to pursue courses in hospitality and tourism.
The offer was unveiled by the institute’s proprietor and managing director, Satyajeet Soorjonowa, during a workshop with prospective applicants held at HBT Russels Hotel on Tuesday.
Soorjonowa said the bursaries are open to qualified Ugandan nationals applying for diploma, degree and master’s programmes in hospitality and tourism management, with applications expected before June.
“We are offering 50% bursaries and scholarships to all individuals who apply within the set timeline,” he said.
Successful applicants will undertake their studies in Mauritius.
According to Soorjonowa, the institute has previously extended similar opportunities to students from countries such as Madagascar, Zambia and Rwanda, and is now expanding to the rest of Africa, starting with Uganda.
“Africa is the future. Investing in human resources, especially in the tourism sector, is critical for the continent’s growth,” he said.
He noted that many African students face limited access to academic support and pledged to promote affordable and quality education across the region.
The scholarship programme is being implemented through a memorandum of understanding between the institute and Ambrosoli Consult Uganda.
Speaking at the same event, the firm’s managing director, Ambrose Byamugisha, said Ambrosoli Consult will coordinate application processes, travel arrangements and documentation for Ugandan students.
“The institute is recognised in Mauritius and by the consular authorities in Uganda. Applicants, parents and guardians should not face challenges in the application process, travel or stay,” Byamugisha said.
He urged interested applicants to seek guidance from Ambrosoli Consult offices, the Mauritius consular offices in Uganda and the institute’s official website.
Soorjonowa added that students will combine study with paid internships in partner hotels, earning stipends during their training period. He said the programmes offer British qualifications recognised in more than 50 countries, opening up global employment opportunities.
Under the arrangement, students will spend several months in academic study before undertaking internships of between 12 and 18 months in five-star hotels in Mauritius.
He added that the programme also enables students to support their families through remittances earned during their training.
“Many of our international students are able to send between 100 and 200 dollars monthly back home, benefiting both their families and the wider economy,” he said.
