Overview
The AI Ethics & Governance Fellowship is a transformative, Pan-African initiative designed to equip leaders with the knowledge, tools, and networks needed to develop responsible, rights-based AI governance frameworks tailored to African contexts.
The program blends advanced training, mentorship, and hands-on projects to prepare participants to shape AI policy and governance across the continent.
Key Outcomes
Participants in the fellowship will:
- Learn to design AI governance frameworks that are contextually relevant to African countries.
- Build practical policy tools, audits, and accountability systems for AI-driven technologies.
- Gain access to a pan-African network of AI policy leaders, fostering collaboration and peer learning.
- Complete a capstone project with tangible, real-world policy impact.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must:
- Be a Nigerian citizen or African residing on the continent.
- Commit 6–8 hours weekly for three months to the virtual program.
- Have reliable internet connectivity and access to a laptop or equivalent device.
- Demonstrate interest or experience in AI, digital policy, ethics, governance, or technology regulation.
- Be willing to participate fully virtually and engage in peer learning and mentorship.
- Possess basic digital literacy for virtual collaboration and document management.
- Women and youth are strongly encouraged to apply.
- Candidates currently in policy-influencing roles, technology deployment, or AI research are preferred.
- Be proficient in English, the program delivery language.
Who Should Apply?
This fellowship is tailored for:
- Professionals in civil society, development organizations, and public systems.
- Technology practitioners, product leads, and founders deploying AI-enabled solutions.
- Policy and governance professionals working on digital transformation, data, or emerging technologies.
- Researchers and practitioners contributing to AI, ethics, and societal impact.
The program prioritizes candidates with demonstrated experience and the potential to influence real-world systems and policy decisions.
Program Benefits
Participants will receive:
- Advanced training in AI ethics, policy, and governance.
- Mentorship from African and global experts in AI and policy.
- Opportunity to work on a hands-on capstone project that produces real policy outcomes.
- Certificate of completion issued by the program partners.
- Access to a pan-African alumni network and professional peer community.
Fellowship Structure
- Duration: 3 months
- Time Commitment: 6–8 hours per week
- Mode: Fully virtual, enabling participation from anywhere in Africa
- Capstone Project: Practical application of AI governance tools and frameworks to a real-world challenge
Application Process
- Submit an online application form, including a short statement of interest and professional background.
- Shortlisted candidates may be invited for interviews or additional screening.
- Final selection considers sectoral, geographic, and gender balance.
Why Join the Fellowship?
The AI Ethics & Governance Fellowship provides African professionals with the practical skills, ethical frameworks, and peer networks needed to shape AI policy responsibly.
Fellows leave the program with the capacity to implement actionable AI governance strategies, contribute to societal impact, and collaborate with a continent-wide network of AI and policy experts.
Apply Now to influence the future of AI in Africa and become a leader in responsible, rights-based AI governance.
Contact:
- Email: [email protected]
- Phone: +2341 2952849
- Website: Policy Innovation Centre
Important key Dates
Application Deadline: 10 April 2026
Fellowship Start Date: 6 May 2026
METHOD OF APPLICATION
Interested and Qualified candidates should use link below to Apply.
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