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Embassy welcomes returning Angolan and Sao Tome and Principe Chevening scholars

After the successful completion of their Chevening Scholarships in the UK and return to Angola, the British Ambassador John Dennis welcomed the newest group of Angolan Chevening alumni at a reception at the Ambassador’s Residence in Luanda.

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HMA John Dennis with 2016/2017 Angolan Chevening Alumni

The four Angolan scholars studied a diverse range of subjects including - Business Administration, Human Rights, Development and Human Rights, Environment and Development. These scholarships were also made possible with support from BP.

On presenting their certificates, Ambassador John Dennis said:

Congratulations on your achievements. Now we are counting on you, as Chevening Alumni, to help make this opportunity available to your fellow Angolans – please spread the word and be advocates for the Chevening Programme.

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HMA John Dennis, HM Consul Primrose Lovett and Angolan Chevening Alumni from 2015/2016 and 2016/2017

Further information

  • Since 2015, 20 Angolans have completed their postgraduate studies in UK through Chevening Scholarships
  • More information on the Chevening Programme for Angola

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Published 29 January 2018
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