Applications are now open for the 2025 Mawazo Institute Fellowship Program, aimed at empowering African women PhD students. This non-residential fellowship is designed for women pursuing their PhD studies in any field at accredited universities in Africa. The goal of the program is to build a network of African women experts who are poised to influence policy and public discourse in academia and beyond, increasing the application of evidence-based ideas that will drive Africa’s development.

Name of Host Institution
Mawazo Institute

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Identify as a woman*
Be a national of an African country (Born in an African country, originates from a country located on the African continent/refugee/stateless person)
Have a good command of written and spoken English. Individuals from Francophone countries are encouraged to apply with the understanding that the application process will be conducted in English.
Be enrolled for their PhD at an accredited university in an African country.
Have completed their coursework if applicable and passed their departmental or graduate school proposal defense (i.e., in the dissertation/thesis phase of their PhD).
Demonstrate that their PhD research is related to African development and is relevant to a global, regional, national, or subnational policy priority.
Showcase a “Big Idea” to transform Africa through their research, highlighting their potential for leadership within and outside academia.
Exhibit a strong passion for leveraging their expertise for social impact in society.
Be available to fully participate in the program in 2025-2026 and willing to dedicate at least 5 to 10 hours a week to the fellowship once selected.
There is no age limit for the Fellowship; however, applicants under the age of 35 are strongly encouraged to apply.

Deadline
10th November, 2024.

Apply Now
To apply for this empowering opportunity and join the movement for women empowerment in academia, visit the Mawazo Institute’s fellowship page: Apply Now.

This fellowship not only aims to enhance academic excellence but also to foster leadership development among women in academia, ensuring that their research contributes to meaningful policy influence in Africa.