Data Science Africa Fellowship Programme: Scholarship for African Students

Data Science Africa (DSA) is a professional network and fellowship programme that trains African researchers and practitioners in machine learning and data science for development. Fellows attend annual summer schools across Africa and join a growing community of 2,000+ data scientists.

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Quick Facts — Data Science Africa Fellowship Programme

Funding TypeOther
Application DeadlineAugust 31, 2026

Who Is Eligible for Data Science Africa Fellowship Programme?

This scholarship is open to students from: Algeria, Angola, Benin, Botswana, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Cabo Verde, Cameroon, Central African Republic, Chad, Comoros, Congo (Brazzaville), Congo (DRC), Cote d'Ivoire, Djibouti, Egypt, Equatorial Guinea, Eritrea, Eswatini, Ethiopia, Gabon, Gambia, Ghana, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Kenya, Lesotho, Liberia, Libya, Madagascar, Malawi, Mali, Mauritania, Mauritius, Morocco, Mozambique, Namibia, Niger, Nigeria, Rwanda, Sao Tome and Principe, Senegal, Seychelles, Sierra Leone, Somalia, South Africa, South Sudan, Sudan, Tanzania, Togo, Tunisia, Uganda, Zambia, Zimbabwe.

How to Apply for Data Science Africa Fellowship Programme

  1. Review the eligibility requirements above to confirm you qualify.
  2. Prepare your documents including academic transcripts, recommendation letters, and personal statement.
  3. Submit your application before August 31, 2026 via the official website.
  4. Track your application status on Scholar Africa.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is eligible for Data Science Africa Fellowship Programme?

Data Science Africa Fellowship Programme is open to students from Algeria, Angola, Benin, Botswana, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Cabo Verde, Cameroon, Central African Republic, Chad, Comoros, Congo (Brazzaville), Congo (DRC), Cote d'Ivoire, Djibouti, Egypt, Equatorial Guinea, Eritrea, Eswatini, Ethiopia, Gabon, Gambia, Ghana, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Kenya, Lesotho, Liberia, Libya, Madagascar, Malawi, Mali, Mauritania, Mauritius, Morocco, Mozambique, Namibia, Niger, Nigeria, Rwanda, Sao Tome and Principe, Senegal, Seychelles, Sierra Leone, Somalia, South Africa, South Sudan, Sudan, Tanzania, Togo, Tunisia, Uganda, Zambia, Zimbabwe studying at the eligible level.

What does Data Science Africa Fellowship Programme cover?

This other scholarship covers tuition and may include additional benefits such as living expenses and travel costs.

When is the deadline for Data Science Africa Fellowship Programme?

The application deadline is August 31, 2026. Apply early as some components may take time to prepare.

How do I apply for Data Science Africa Fellowship Programme from Africa?

Create a free profile on Scholar Africa, find Data Science Africa Fellowship Programme in your matches, and apply directly through the official provider website.

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