Airtel Africa Foundation Tech Fellowship 2026/2027: Nigeria

Applications are now open for the 2026/2027 Airtel Africa Foundation Tech Fellowship. The program is designed to support Nigerian students pursuing technology-related degree programmes at selected public universities. The fellowship provides financial and academic support to talented students, helping them develop the technical skills needed to contribute to Africa’s growing digital economy.

WORTH

Successful applicants will receive:

• Tuition support: Financial support towards university tuition fees.
• Stipends: Financial assistance for students during their studies.
• Mentorship: Guidance from professionals and experienced individuals in the technology industry.
• Essential study needs: Support with important academic and learning requirements.

ELIGIBILITY

The 2026/2027 fellowship is open to students pursuing undergraduate degrees in the following fields:

1. Computer Science
2. Information Technology
3. Cybersecurity
4. Systems Engineering
5. Software Engineering
6. Other technology-related fields.

The scholarship is available to students at the following 12 Nigerian universities:

1. University of Lagos (UNILAG).
2. University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN).
3. Ahmadu Bello University (ABU).
4. University of Benin (UNIBEN).
5. Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU).
6. University of Ilorin (UNILORIN).
7. Tai Solarin University of Education (TASUED).
8. University of Abuja (UNIABUJA).
9. University of Uyo (UNIUYO).
10. Federal University of Technology, Owerri (FUTO).
11. University of Maiduguri (UNIMAID).
12. University of Ibadan (UI).

DEADLINE:  December 07, 2026.