2027 Airtel Africa Tech Fellowship Program For Nigerians: Fully Funded Scholarship Opportunity

Published: November 9, 2026;Updated: November 9, 2026;5 min read;By Habibat

Applications are now open for the 2026/2027 Airtel Africa Tech Fellowship in Nigeria.

The Airtel Africa Foundation Fellowship is offered as a fully funded scholarship to support talented Nigerian undergraduates pursuing Information and Communication Technology (ICT) and other technology-related degree programmes at selected Nigerian universities.

For the 2026/2027 academic session, the fellowship is expected to support 100 high-performing undergraduate students, providing financial assistance that covers tuition, living expenses, mentorship, and professional development opportunities to help them complete their university education and prepare for careers in the technology sector.

If you are a 100L student who is enrolled in an eligible public university in Nigeria, this scholarship is for you. You will receive financial and professional support from your first year until you graduate.

Applications for the Airtel Africa Scholarships are open from now until December 4, 2026. In this post, we will provide you with the details, the requirements, and the application procedure on how to submit your application successfully.

Airtel Africa Tech Fellowship Abstract & Quick Facts

Scholarship Host: Airtel Africa Foundation
Host Country: Nigeria
Category: Undergraduate Scholarships
Benefits: Full Scholarship • Living Stipend, Accommodation, Mentorship, Professional Development
Eligibility: Students from Nigeria
Deadline: December 4, 2026

About the 2026/27 Airtel Africa Foundation Tech Fellowship

The Airtel Africa Foundation is the philanthropic arm of Airtel Africa Plc. Its work focuses on addressing socioeconomic challenges across Africa through financial inclusion, education, environmental protection, and digital inclusion.

The Airtel Africa Tech Fellowship was established to help talented young Africans from low-income backgrounds access and succeed in technology-related university education.

In Nigeria, the undergraduate fellowship supports students pursuing ICT and related technology disciplines at selected universities.

Beyond financial assistance, the programme aims to develop students’ professional skills through mentorship, leadership development, career readiness and exposure to the technology industry.

The Foundation reported that it had awarded 257 scholarships across Airtel Africa markets as of March 2026.

2027 Airtel Africa Tech Fellowship Benefits

Successful applicants will receive:

Tuition support: Financial coverage for undergraduate tuition fees.
Accommodation: Accommodation support to help beneficiaries meet their university living requirements.
Learning materials: Assistance with essential academic and learning resources.
Monthly stipend: Financial assistance to support students during their studies.
Laptop: Provision of a laptop to support academic work and digital learning.
Internet connectivity: Connectivity support to facilitate access to digital resources.
Career readiness and leadership development: Opportunities to develop professional skills alongside technical knowledge.
Industry mentorship: Mentorship from Airtel Africa professionals and other industry leaders.
Internship and early-career pathways: Exposure to potential internship and employment opportunities within Airtel Africa and partner organisations.
Alumni network: Access to a network of fellows and professionals committed to strengthening Africa’s technology ecosystem.

2026/27 Airtel Africa Foundation Tech Fellowship Requirements

To be considered for the 2026/27 Airtel Africa Foundation Tech Fellowship, applicants must satisfy the following criteria:

Be a Nigerian student.
Be enrolled in an eligible undergraduate programme at a participating Nigerian university.
Be studying an ICT or technology-related course.
Demonstrate strong academic performance.
Meet the financial need and other selection requirements specified by the Foundation.
Provide the supporting documents requested through the application portal.

Eligible Courses for 2027 Airtel Africa Scholarship

The 2026/2027 fellowship targets undergraduate students pursuing ICT and technology-related programmes.

Relevant fields include:

Computer Science
Information Technology
Software Engineering
Cybersecurity
Systems Engineering
Computer Technology
Data Science
Artificial Intelligence
Telecommunications Engineering
Other related ICT and technology disciplines

Applicants should confirm that their specific degree programme is accepted under the current application guidelines.

Airtel Africa Foundation Fellowship Participating Universities

The current 2026/2027 recruitment announcement identifies selected accredited Nigerian universities as eligible institutions.

The institutions reported for this application cycle include:

University of Lagos (UNILAG)
University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN)
Ahmadu Bello University (ABU)
University of Benin (UNIBEN)
Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU)
University of Ilorin (UNILORIN)
Tai Solarin University of Education (TASUED)
University of Abuja (UNIABUJA)
University of Uyo (UNIUYO)
Federal University of Technology, Owerri (FUTO)
University of Maiduguri (UNIMAID)
University of Ibadan (UI)

Airtel Africa Foundation Tech Fellowship Required Documents

You should prepare their academic and personal information before starting the online application.

Depending on the requirements of the current application cycle, relevant documents you will submit may include:

Recent passport photograph.
JAMB/UTME result.
University admission letter.
University student identification card.
WAEC or other O’Level results.
Academic transcript or university results.
Evidence of financial need, where requested.
Other supporting documents specified on the application portal.

How To Apply for 2026/27 Airtel Africa Tech Fellowship Program

The step-by-step guide to apply for the 2026/27 Airtel Africa Tech Fellowship Program is as follows;

Confirm your eligibility. Read the details on this webpage and confirm that you are eligible for the scholarship.
Click the button below to access the application page for the 2026/2027 Airtel Africa Foundation Tech Fellowship.
Complete the online application and provide accurate personal, educational, and other requested information in the application form.
Gather and upload clear copies of all supporting documents in the specified formats.
Follow the instructions provided by the scholarship administrators for subsequent screening, assessment, and selection.
Submit before the deadline. Ensure that your email is sent no later than December 4, 2026.

Application Deadline: December 4, 2026

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