Ready to lead the transition?

Fellowships and programs transforming Africa’s youth potential into climate leadership

Hey,

Did you know that while roughly 9% of Sub-Saharan African youth are officially unemployed, around 22% are not in work, education, or training,  and many more are engaged in unstable or low-quality jobs? Yet we’re standing on one of the world’s biggest opportunities: the green transition? 

From climate tech to sustainable infrastructure, there’s a quiet revolution underway, and it needs bold, brilliant minds like yours. 

Welcome to Green Jobs Rising! where your inbox meets the future of climate leadership.  

This week, we’ve handpicked programs and fellowships that don’t just pad your CV, they launch movements. 

Ready to get your hands dirty (in a good way)? Let’s go 

  • EA Scholars Program 2025 
    A transformative program by Ecoclime Africa for young Africans passionate about climate leadership. Get mentored, trained, and connected to real-world climate action.  

  • Biodesign Innovation Fellowship 
    This fellowship equips aspiring innovators with the tools to develop and implement life-changing health technologies. A prestigious launchpad into healthcare innovation with a global alumni network. 

  • SEI Africa Research internship 
    Gain hands-on research experience in climate change, environment, energy, and development with the Stockholm Environment Institute. Ideal for students and early-career professionals. 

  • Africa Infrastructure Fellowship Program  
    An elite program offering African civil servants training in Paris on public-private partnerships (PPPs) for sustainable infrastructure. Includes global networking and technical exposure. 

  • AUC Internship Program
    Get early-career exposure to continental policy, development, and sustainability initiatives within the AU. Build your skills and resume while contributing to Africa’s growth. 

 You’ve seen the opportunities, now imagine what happens when Africa’s boldest generation steps up to shape the transition. The stats may tell one story, but your action writes another. 

The climate won’t wait. Neither should you. 

Until the lion learns to write, every story will glorify the hunter

Chinua Achebe (Nigeria)

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