AFRICA FOUNDATION OPENS $5,000 AI AND DIGITAL SKILLS SCHOLARSHIP FOR NIGERIANS AND OTHER AFRICANS

The Ntha Foundation is accepting applications for its 2027 AI and Digital Skills Scholarship, offering selected African learners access to online courses valued at $5,000 through its Digital Skills for Africa platform.

The scholarship is open to Nigerians and citizens of other African countries, including those living outside the continent. It is designed to help learners build practical skills in artificial intelligence, technology and other growing digital fields.

What the Scholarship Offers

Successful applicants will receive funded access to eligible courses on the Digital Skills for Africa platform, which offers more than 100 courses covering:

• Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning
• Data Analytics and Visualisation
• Cybersecurity
• Digital Marketing
• Emerging Technologies
• Entrepreneurship
• Business and Professional Development

The courses are self-paced, allowing participants to learn online and develop skills they can apply to employment, entrepreneurship or further education.

Who Can Apply?

The opportunity is open to:

• Secondary school students
• University students
• Recent graduates
• Entrepreneurs
• Working professionals

Applicants do not need a university degree or previous technical experience to qualify.

Eligibility Requirements

To apply, candidates must:

• Be citizens of an African country, whether living in Africa or abroad.
• Create a free learner account on the Digital Skills for Africa platform.
• Demonstrate an interest in developing digital skills.
• Be willing to complete self-paced online courses.
• Submit a completed application before the deadline.

Applicants below 18 years may require parental or guardian consent.

Women and girls are particularly encouraged to apply. Selection will consider applicants’ motivation, learning goals, commitment and potential to use the skills acquired.

How to Apply

1. Visit the Digital Skills for Africa platform and create a free learner account: https://digitalskillsforafrica.com/
2. Visit the official scholarship page: https://digitalskillsforafrica.com/nf-ai-2027/
3. Read the scholarship information and eligibility requirements.
4. Complete the application form through the link provided on the scholarship page.

Application Fee: Free

Application Deadline: December 1, 2026

Important Dates

• Applications opened: November 1, 2026
• Application review: December 2–15, 2026
• Successful applicants notified: December 15–24, 2026
• Learning begins: January 1, 2027

Important Note: The $5,000 scholarship value is not a cash grant. It covers access to eligible online courses through Digital Skills for Africa. Applicants must also have an active learner account to be considered, and meeting the eligibility requirements does not guarantee selection.

Interested applicants are encouraged to review the official scholarship details and submit their applications before the deadline.