Directory/Fellowship Opportunities

🎓 Fellowship Opportunities

22 fellowships currently open for African researchers, technologists, entrepreneurs, and leaders — spanning tech, climate, policy, health, and more.

22 open · 70 total listed

Green Leaders Fellowship 2026

The Green Institute

Open

A fellowship for emerging African leaders driving sustainable development and environmental solutions.

Climate & EnvironmentLeadership & Development
📅 26 Aug 2026📍 Pan-Africa
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Ford Philanthropy Fellowship 2026

Watson Institute

Open

Supports changemakers building careers at the intersection of social justice, philanthropy, and global development.

Leadership & DevelopmentSocial Impact
📅 15 Aug 2026📍 Global
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ARUA Early-Career Research Fellowship 2026

African Research Universities Alliance

Open

Supports early-career researchers at ARUA member universities across Africa to conduct cutting-edge research.

Research & Academia
📅 15 Jul 2026📍 Pan-Africa
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Google Data Center Community AI Fellowship

Watson Institute

Open

Trains community leaders to understand and shape AI infrastructure's impact on their local economies.

Technology & AILeadership & Development
📅 12 Jul 2026📍 Global
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Enlight Fellowship

Watson Institute

Open

A full-scholarship programme for purpose-driven students to study at Brown University and lead social change.

Leadership & DevelopmentSocial Impact
📅 5 Jul 2026📍 Global
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Africa Fellows in Education Programme (AFEP)

Partnership for Economic Policy

Open

Builds research and policy capacity among African economists working on education and human capital.

EducationResearch & AcademiaPolicy & Governance
📅 30 Jun 2026📍 Pan-Africa
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Flagship Fellowship

Watson Institute

Open

An immersive programme at Brown University for students committed to tackling the world's most pressing problems.

Leadership & DevelopmentSocial Impact
📅 28 Jun 2026📍 Global
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Just Tech Fellowship

Social Science Research Council

Open

Supports scholars and practitioners working on the relationship between technology, power, and justice.

Technology & AIPolicy & GovernanceResearch & Academia
📅 28 Jun 2026📍 Global
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Western Union Global Fellowship

Watson Institute

Open

Funds emerging leaders working on financial inclusion and cross-border economic empowerment.

Leadership & DevelopmentFinance
📅 28 Jun 2026📍 Global
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Next Generation Foresight Practitioners Fellowship

School of International Futures

Open

Equips emerging African and Global South leaders with strategic foresight skills for policy and planning.

Policy & GovernanceLeadership & Development
📅 26 Jun 2026📍 Global
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Interledger Fellowship Programme 2026

Interledger Foundation

24d left

Funds builders creating open payments infrastructure and financial inclusion tools on the Interledger Protocol.

Technology & AIFinance
📅 15 Jun 2026📍 Global
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INTERA Fellowship 2026/27

Interdisciplinary Network for Technology & Entrepreneurship Research in Africa

20d left

An interdisciplinary research fellowship exploring technology and entrepreneurship ecosystems across Africa.

Technology & AIEntrepreneurshipResearch & Academia
📅 11 Jun 2026📍 Pan-Africa
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Mira Fellowship

Mira Fellowship

10d left

Connects high-potential early-career professionals with mission-driven organisations for a year of purpose-led work.

Leadership & DevelopmentSocial Impact
📅 1 Jun 2026📍 Global
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Africa Climate Collaborative Postgraduate Fellowship

University of Ghana

9d left

A postgraduate research fellowship at the University of Ghana for African scholars studying climate change adaptation.

Climate & EnvironmentResearch & Academia
📅 31 May 2026📍 Pan-Africa
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Black Women in Science Fellowship (11th Cohort)

Black Women in Science

9d left

Supports Black women scientists in South Africa with funding, mentorship, and career development opportunities.

Research & AcademiaWomen EmpowermentHealth
📅 31 May 2026📍 Southern Africa
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Rise for Impact Fellowship

Rise for Impact

8d left

Develops African social entrepreneurs and changemakers through intensive coaching, community, and funding.

EntrepreneurshipSocial ImpactLeadership & Development
📅 30 May 2026📍 Pan-Africa
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Young Innovation Leader Fellowship

Young Innovation Leaders

8d left

Empowers African youth with skills and networks to drive innovation and economic growth on the continent.

Technology & AIEntrepreneurshipLeadership & Development
📅 30 May 2026📍 Pan-Africa
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Art4Change Storytelling Fellowship 2026

Africa-Europe Innovation Platform

7d left

Supports African and European storytellers using creative media to drive social change and build cross-continental dialogue.

Media & JournalismSocial Impact
📅 29 May 2026📍 Pan-Africa
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NextGen Women Leaders Fellowship

United Leaders Global

7d left

A global fellowship strengthening emerging women leaders through leadership training, mentorship, and networks.

Women EmpowermentLeadership & Development
📅 29 May 2026📍 Global
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African Climate Creatives Fellowship

Aspire Climate Vanguard

4d left

Brings together African artists, writers, and communicators to tell compelling climate stories that drive action.

Climate & EnvironmentMedia & Journalism
📅 26 May 2026📍 Pan-Africa
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Peace, Security and Development Fellowships 2026/27

African Leadership Centre

2d left

Builds the next generation of African scholars and practitioners working on peace, security, and development.

Policy & GovernanceLeadership & DevelopmentResearch & Academia
📅 24 May 2026📍 Pan-Africa
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International Science Council Fellowship

International Science Council

0d left

Recognises and supports leading scientists who contribute to international science policy and global challenges.

Research & AcademiaPolicy & Governance
📅 22 May 2026📍 Global
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Fellowship data sourced from NGO Fundraising Africa. Africa Dev curates and presents this information for reference only. Always verify deadlines and eligibility directly with the sponsoring organisation before applying.