Africa Fellows in Education Program 2026/2027
AFEP offers two-year, fully supported research fellowships for young African researchers to build expertise in education policy and evidence-based decision-making. Calling young researchers from Sub-Saharan Africa who are committed to improving education to apply for the Africa Fellows in Education Program (AFEP), a two-year research and policy development fellowship.
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What you need
Eligibility Applicants must: Be nationals of a Sub-Saharan African country, Be 35 or younger, Hold a Master's or PhD in a relevant field with strong quantitative focus, Demonstrate experience with quantitative data analysis, Demonstrate interest in education policy research and analysis, Be affiliated with a government, research, or higher education institution, Be proficient in English. Qualified female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
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