Applications are currently being accepted for the CcHub-Mastercard Foundation Edtech Fellowship Programme (Cohort IV) 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
About CcHub-Mastercard Foundation Edtech Fellowship Programme
An 18-Month Comprehensive Journey designed to accelerate inclusive
EdTech startups across Nigeria’s diverse educational landscape.
Benefits of CcHub-Mastercard Foundation Edtech Fellowship Programme
Selected fellows will benefit from:
- $100,000 in Equity-free funding
- Product development and inclusive design support
- Mentorship from experts in education, technology and innovation
- Access to ecosystem partners and implementation opportunities
- Strategic guidance to strengthen impact, sustainability and growth
CcHub-Mastercard Foundation Edtech Fellowship Programme Requirements
This programme is for Edtech Startups who are:
- Building for Learners Living with Disabilities
- Building Solutions for Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs), and Underserved or Rural Communities
- Building Solutions for young girls and women
- Building for National and Subnational Education Data Systems
Eligibility Requirements:
Identify if your startup is the right fit for our inclusive education cohort in Nigeria. We are looking for founders building the future of accessible learning.
Business Registration
- Your startup must be legally incorporated in Nigeria, with physical presence in Nigeria.
Nigerian Ownership
- The company must be majority Nigerian-owned.
Minimum Viable Product (MVP)
- Be early-stage with either a Prototype (testable build with evidence of early user testing), or an MVP (functional product with verifiable users)
Inclusion Focus
- Have an inclusive team, with a commitment to gender balance and be building an EdTech solution aligned with one of Cohort 4’s four thematic areas.
Application Date and Process
- Click on the link to the application website to apply.
Application Deadline
10 April, 2026
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