[Only for International African Students living in Ruwanda]This information has been provided by Protestant University Of Rwanda(PUR), TUFS partner institution under the academic exchange agreement. ------ We(PUR) are now sharing the call for scholarship applications for our Bachelor's Programme in Peacebuilding and Development (English programme). The scholarships are available to international (non-Rwandan) African students and refugee students currently residing in Rwanda. The application deadline is 31 July. Scholarships for International African Students to Study Peacebuilding and Development Application Deadline: 31 July 2025 We(PUR) are pleased to announce the availability of scholarships for five qualified African international students who wish to pursue the 3-year Honours Bachelor's degree in Peacebuilding and Development. (Programme description available here: https://tinyurl.com/3d8e4x4r). Successful applicants will be expected to join the programme at the start of the new academic year in mid-September 2025. This scholarship programme is designed to provide young people from African countries--particularly, though not exclusively, those in the Great Lakes Region--with high-quality training in peacebuilding and development. The goal is to foster a cross-border network of peacebuilders. Scholarship Benefits Recipients of the scholarship will be exempt from payment of: · Annual registration fees · Tuition fees for three years · Internship and dissertation fees · In addition, they will be entitled to basic health insurance coverage. Please note: Travel and living expenses in Huye are not covered by PUR and must be borne by the student or their sponsor. The estimated minimum on-campus living cost for one academic year is approximately USD 500. Application Requirements Eligible applicants must: · Be no older than 30 years of age · Have completed secondary education with at least two principal passes or equivalent · Demonstrate a proven commitment to peace and development-related activities Application Documents Applicants must submit all of the following documents, compiled into one PDF file: · Completed PUR application form (Download from: https://tinyurl.com/3d8e4x4r) · Notarised copy of national examination certificate · Copies of secondary school transcripts (last 3 years) · Copies of other training certificates/diplomas (if applicable) · Copy of passport or National ID · Motivation letter written in English by the applicant · Two recommendation letters written in English or French Submission Please send your complete application and any inquiries to: peacescholar@pur.ac.rw

Professor John M. Mugane, longtime Professor of African Languages and Director of the African Languages Program at Harvard University, will arrived in Japan, in the middle of the spring semester, as a visiting professor until end of July 2025. He will give his lecture at the 103rd ASC seminar. We would like to invite everyone to come. And we will support him in making his stay in Japan fruitful.

On May 18, 2025, Jato, Annette, and Augusta visited the "Suwa Festival" in Tachikawa City, where they enjoyed interacting with local high school students and other community participants. Previously, Shukulu, Amishi, who was an exchange student during the 2022-2023 academic year, also had the opportunity to take part in this festival.We are pleased that international students continue to have opportunities to participate in events that promote mutual understanding and exchange between African and Japanese students, which is important for our center. https://jijieigo-ccaj.or.jp/

【Message for my supporters from Daniel】 2025.3.31~2025.7.31University of Zambia［Zambia］ Greetings everyone. My name is Chiteta Daniel Mukuma, and I am a third-year student from the University of Zambia. I am grateful to be here at Tokyo University of Foreign Studies, and I am deeply thankful to everyone who has made this incredible opportunity possible. I am excited to immerse myself in the culture and learn about Japanese society. My primary goal during my exchange is to deepen my understanding of the Japanese language. I am eager to learn from Japanese people about the nuances of Japanesecustoms, traditions, and perspectives. Ultimately, I aspire to become a cultural ambassador of Japan in my home country, Zambia. I believe that fostering cross-cultural understanding is vital, and I am committed to sharing, and using my experiences and the knowledge I gain here towards research in my final year of university and beyond.I look forward to connecting with fellow students and faculty at TUFS and making the most of this invaluable experience.