Policy Innovation Centre (PIC) is currently accepting applications for its AI Ethics & Governance Fellowship 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
About PIC AI Ethics & Governance Fellowship
The AI Ethics & Governance Fellowship equips a new generation of African leaders with the knowledge, frameworks, and networks needed to design ethical and accountable AI governance systems.Through a rigorous 12-week learning experience combining technical literacy, governance expertise, and practical policy development.
Benefits of PIC AI Ethics & Governance Fellowship
Participants will receive:
- Advanced training in AI ethics, policy, and governance.
- Mentorship from African and global experts in AI and policy.
- Opportunity to work on a hands-on capstone project that produces real policy outcomes.
- Certificate of completion issued by the program partners.
- Access to a pan-African alumni network and professional peer community.
PIC AI Ethics & Governance Fellowship Requirements
Applicants must:
- Be a Nigerian citizen or African residing on the continent.
- Commit 6–8 hours weekly for three months to the virtual program.
- Have reliable internet connectivity and access to a laptop or equivalent device.
- Demonstrate interest or experience in AI, digital policy, ethics, governance, or technology regulation.
- Be willing to participate fully virtually and engage in peer learning and mentorship.
- Possess basic digital literacy for virtual collaboration and document management.
- Women and youth are strongly encouraged to apply.
- Candidates currently in policy-influencing roles, technology deployment, or AI research are preferred.
- Be proficient in English, the program delivery language.
Application Date and Process
- Submit an online application form, including a short statement of interest and professional background.
- Shortlisted candidates may be invited for interviews or additional screening.
- Final selection considers sectoral, geographic, and gender balance.
Application Deadline
10 April, 2026
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