Applications are now open for the 2027 World Bank Group Africa Fellowship Program.
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The World Bank Group Africa Fellowship Program offers selected fellows a six-month assignment at WBG offices in Washington, D.C. or in country offices to gain hands-on experience in WBG operations.
In this post, the full details of the eligibility, benefits, timeline, and application procedure will be provided.
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World Bank Group Africa Fellowship Program Abstract
- Host: World Bank Group
- Study Abroad: Study Abroad ||Â Study-In-USA
- Location: USA
- Category: PhD Scholarships || Fellowships || Trainings
- Benefits: Full Sponsorship
- Full Consultant Fees
- Compensation
- Covered Air Travel Cost
- Compensation insurance
- Direct Mentorship
- Eligibility: African Countries
- Deadline: August 25, 2026
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World Bank Group Africa Fellowship Program Details
The program targets young talented African nationals who are completing or have recently completed their Ph.D. in an area relevant to the World Bank’s work. The fellowship program has been very successful since its inception in building a strong pipeline of young African talent interested in a career in development, in international institutions, African governments, think tanks, and academia.
The program offers selected fellows a six-month assignment at WBG offices in Washington, D.C. or in country offices to gain hands-on experience in WBG operations. This includes knowledge generation and dissemination, design of global and country policies, and the building of institutions to achieve inclusive growth in developing countries.
While benefitting from research and innovation in multiple sectors, fellows will also work on research, economic policy, technical assistance, and lending operations that contribute to the World Bank’s goal of eliminating poverty and increasing shared prosperity.Â
World Bank Group Africa Fellowship Program Benefits
The World Bank Group Africa Fellowship Program offers the following benefits;
- Full consultant fees and compensation.
- Covered round-trip economy class air travel.
- Premium worker’s compensation insurance.
- Direct mentorship
- The following additional attributes are highly desirable:
- A command of an additional World Bank official language
- National from fragile and conflict-affected countries
- Candidates from refugee and internally displaced communities and/or with proven experience on forced displacement
World Bank Group Africa Fellowship Program Requirements
To be eligible for the World Bank Group Africa Fellowship Program, applicants must satisfy the following conditions:
- Be a recent Ph.D. graduate (within three years of completion) or be enrolled in the last year of the Ph.D. program.
- Have an excellent command of English, both written and verbal.
- Possess strong quantitative and analytical skills.
- Be of the age of 32Â or younger by January 1, 2027.
World Bank Group Africa Fellowship Program 2027 Required Documents
While applying for the World Bank Group Africa Fellowship Program 2027, you will be required to submit the following documents;
- International Passports
- Academic Credentials
- Personal Details
- References
How To Apply for World Bank Group Africa Fellowship Program
To apply for the University of Maine Graduate Assistantship 2026, follow the instructions we have outlined below;
- Read the information we have provided on this webpage and ensure your eligibility
- Prepare the required documents
- Submit Online Portal Form before August 25, 2026
- Selection Phase 1: Specialized Shortlisting & WBG Unit Matching
- Selection Phase 2: Final Selection & Consultations
- Fellowship commences January 2027
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Deadline: August 25th, 2026
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