The MasterCard Foundation believes that every person has the potential to transform their lives and improve the lives of their families and communities. The NEF closely aligns to the MasterCard Foundation’s work in Education & Learning, Youth Livelihoods as well as the MasterCard Foundation Scholars Programme. The NEF will showcase the world-class work being undertaken by young African scientists and emphasize how this work can impact African communities, as well as highlight the value of ‘giving back’.