Rocha Foundation University of Africa has awarded five needy secondary school Malawian students with full scholarships.

The students who have been awarded the scholarships are expected to study in Nigeria.

Government has however applauded Rocha Foundation for the support given.

Speaking at a send off ceremony in Lilongwe, Deputy Director for Higher Education in the Ministry of Education, Science and Technology, Valentino Zimpita, described gesture by Rocha’s Foundation as a complement to governments’ effort in ensuring that every child access education regardless of their financial status.