Green Africa Associates SDGs Innovations Fellowship 2026 for Young African Innovators, Entrepreneurs, Researchers and Changemakers
Applications are now open for the Green Africa Associates SDGs Innovations Fellowship 2026, a programme designed to empower young Africans to develop innovative solutions that contribute to the achievement of the 17 United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
The fellowship supports young people with innovative ideas, projects and solutions aimed at tackling social, economic and environmental challenges across Africa, with a strong focus on innovation, green entrepreneurship and sustainable development.
Who Can Apply?
The fellowship is open to young Africans who:
- Are between 18 and 35 years old
- Are citizens of an African country
- Have an interest in innovation and problem-solving
- Are passionate about green entrepreneurship and sustainability
- Are committed to advancing the SDGs in their communities or sectors
- Have an innovative idea, project or solution with the potential to create meaningful impact
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Applicants can come from diverse academic, professional and entrepreneurial backgrounds, including young professionals, innovators, entrepreneurs, researchers and academics.
What Fellows Will Gain
Selected fellows will have access to:
- Mentorship and networking opportunities
- Capacity-building and training programmes
- Acceleration and incubation support
- A community of young innovators and changemakers
- Connections with experts, entrepreneurs and sustainability practitioners
- Support to refine and develop their innovative ideas
- An opportunity to progress to the next phase focused on implementing their developed ideas and solutions
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Fellowship Focus
The fellowship welcomes solutions addressing one or more of the 17 SDGs, particularly in areas such as:
- Climate action
- Clean energy
- Quality education
- Decent work and economic growth
- Gender equality
- Sustainable cities
- Environmental sustainability
- Poverty reduction
- Social innovation
- Green entrepreneurship
Application Timeline
Applications Open: August 24, 2026
Application Deadline: September 24, 2026