Empowering Ethiopian Students Through International Education and Culture
Buna Scholarship and Marketing connects talented Ethiopian students with life-
changing opportunities to study abroad, inspired by the values of education and the spirit of coffee.
About Buna Scholarship
At Buna Scholarship and Marketing, we believe in the transformative power of education and culture. Rooted in Ethiopia’s rich heritage of coffee and hospitality, we
are committed to helping students gain access to world-class educational opportunities while showcasing Ethiopia’s unique traditions globally
Our Services

Scholarship
Empowering Tomorrow’s Ethiopian Leaders.
At Buna Scholarship and Marketing, our mission is to empower bright Ethiopian students with international education opportunities.
Rooted in Ethiopia’s coffee heritage, we blend cultural pride with global ambition, helping scholars become agents of change on the world stage.

Consultancy
Educational Consultancy Personalized support for students and families application prep, university selection, visa coaching, and post-admission guidance.
Marketing
Strategic Marketing Campaigns that connect your brand to purpose through storytelling, diaspora engagement, and cultural experiences rooted in Ethiopian coffee heritage.
Our Blogs
Understanding the Innovation
Making coffee and the love for coffee deliver meaningful value through engaging coffee lovers, exporters and all other coffee industry stakeholders to contribute to the scholarship program while doing compelling marketing service that gives higher ROI.
Core KPIs – Buna Scholarship & Marketing
Scholarships awarded annually – 100+ students
≥ 90%
Graduation rate of scholars
+300
Consultancy clients served annually
+75%
University admission success rate (consultancy)
75%
Alumni network engagement active anually
Scholarship FAQs
We offer four scholarship models:
- Full Scholarships
- Coffee Culture Scholarships
- Merit-Based Scholarships
- Tuition Fee and/or Living Expense Scholarships
Each is tailored to different student profiles, from cultural ambassadors to top-performing scholars.
Ethiopian students (in Ethiopia or abroad) with academic potential and a clear vision for personal and community impact. Specific GPA, language, and documentation requirements vary by program.
Not always. Some programs accept students in the process of applying to universities. However, proof of admission strengthens your application and may be required before final selection.
Yes! Through our educational consultancy services, we help students identify suitable universities, prepare applications, write strong statements of purpose, and gather required documents.
No. Our scholarships are grants, not loans. Recipients are not required to repay funds but are encouraged to give back through mentorship or cultural contributions.
Yes, and we encourage it—especially if your profile fits multiple categories (e.g. merit-based and coffee culture). We will help place you in the most suitable program.
You’ll enter our scholar onboarding program, receive funding (based on your need and agreement), and get continued mentorship during your study abroad experience.
Marketing & Consultancy FAQs
We provide tailored marketing strategy, digital promotions, and content creation for brands, NGOs, and educational institutions—especially those working with the Ethiopian and East African diaspora.
Yes. We actively partner with universities and recruiters looking to attract diverse, high-potential Ethiopian students. Our marketing and scholarship programs help identify and prepare top candidates.
Absolutely. We design campaigns and cultural storytelling projects to connect the global Ethiopian community through education, coffee culture, and purposeful giving
We blend scholarship access, cultural diplomacy, and marketing expertise. We’re not just sending students abroad—we’re building a global network of empowered Ethiopian changemakers and storytellers.
We welcome collaboration! NGOs, universities, brands, and donors can co-sponsor scholarship programs, cultural projects, or diaspora campaigns. contact us for partnership opportunities.