CSEA Africa’s 2025 Data Future Fellowship

CSEA Africa’s 2025 Data Future Fellowship

Deadline: July 30, 2025

The Centre for the Study of the Economies of Africa (CSEA) is calling for applications for the 2025 CSEA Africa’s Data Future Fellowship, a six-month remote fellowship program designed for early-career African professionals passionate about data, digital policy, and evidence-informed policymaking.

This fellowship provides a platform for young professionals to contribute to high-impact research, gain mentorship, and build a career in data-driven development in Africa. Fellows will engage in activities that bridge digital governance, AI policy, data privacy, and the future of digital economies across the continent.

Fellowship Structure
The 2025 Africa’s Data Future Fellowship will focus on the following thematic areas:

  • Data Sharing
  • Ethical Data Stewardship
  • Digital Public Infrastructure
  • Interoperability Standards & APIs
  • AI Governance & Responsible Innovation
  • Cross-Border Data Flows

    Fellowship duration: 3 months (Starting in mid-August)

    Geographic Representation:
  • 1 fellow per African sub-region (North, West, East, Central, and Southern). Francophone candidates with intermediate English proficiency are also encouraged to apply. 
  • Mode of delivery: Virtual
  • Commitment: Bi-weekly virtual expert brainstorming sessions
  • Language: English and French

Benefits
  • A stipend of a total of $1,500 upon successful completion of the fellowship
  • Bi-weekly virtual masterclasses and expert sessions with sector leaders
  • Fellows’ work featured on CSEA’s platforms
  • Pan-African professional network
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Eligibility Criteria

The 2025 Africa’s Data Future Fellowship is open to:

  • A postgraduate degree and at least one year of professional experience in social sciences, law, technology, data policy, or related fields
  • Applicants from any sub-region of Africa (North, West, East, Central, Southern) 
  • Applicants with demonstrated interest and experience in data governance, digital policy, and/or technology
  • Applicants should be able to commit 2 hours per week for the duration of the fellowship.
  • Access to a reliable internet connection and a functional computer is required for participation

Application Process and Documents Required

The fellowship is granted through a competitive process based on the application submitted by qualified candidates. All applications should be sent via the online application system and submitted in English.
Applicants are expected to submit:

  • A completed application form
  • A 2-page CV 
  • Statement of interest (200 words max)
  • Problem statement on a data governance challenge in your sub-region related to any of the thematic areas highlighted above (300 words max)
  • A writing sample (e.g., policy brief or research paper)

Deadline: Submit your application by 30th July 2025.

To Apply: Click here
Official Website: Click here

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