All 'RHODES' to 2023 A panel insight with scholars- elect from Across Africa

Join us in another episode of the Africa Matters webinar series where we zone in on the impact and outreach of the Rhodes Scholarship, through the lenses of Scholar Elects sharing their tips on applying.

This conversation will be led by Isatu Bokum, Alaa Dafallah, Kevin Otiato, Justin Winchester, Dr Amy Booth and facilitated by Domefafa Atiso. Our five panelists include four Rhodes Scholars-Elects and one resident Rhodes Scholar joining us from Oxford. Each will reflect on the scholarship by engaging with the details of the admission and selection process, preparatory advice, life at Oxford and degree specificities.

Isatu M. Bokum is a Media Professional with over five years of experience in the media industry. She is a videographer, editor, content creator and filmmaker. Isatu is a Mandela Rhodes Scholar, making her the first to be selected from her country.

Alaa Dafallah is a junior doctor, recently obtaining a Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery with honours from the University of Khartoum. Alaa served as the Liaison Officer for Medical Education Issues at the International Federation of Medical Students Associations (IFMSA) representing 1.3million medical students globally.

Justin Winchester holds a Bachelor of Commerce degree (with distinctions in Economics and Law) and a Bachelor of Laws degree (magna cum laude) from the University of Cape Town (UCT). While at UCT, Justin was an active student leader and decorated public speaker achieving success nationally and internationally in moot court and debating competitions respectively.

Kevin is a NOC intern at the ICT Authority in Kenya, which he joined after graduating with BSc. Electrical & Electronic Engineering (First Class Honours) from Dedan Kimathi University of Technology (DeKUT). He is passionate about mentorship activities since he believes that such platforms enhance equality through education and innovation.

Dr Amy Booth graduated summa cum laude with the gold medal for the top MBChB performance. She engages actively in research, winning multiple research awards, and completing a stint as a research intern at the WHO in Geneva. She is reading for a DPhil at Oxford University.

Domefafa Atiso is currently working as the Selection and Outreach Manager, a leadership role within the Selection and Outreach Team of the Rhodes Trust. He has managed and successfully delivered many projects including the Schmidt Science Fellowship selection process, the launching of the Rhodes East Africa and Saudi Arabia scholarships and the launching of the Global Rhodes Outreach Ambassador Program.

Join us as we leverage technology to spark critical dialogue.