AU CIEFFA ImpactHER Scholarship 2026 in Africa

This fully funded online training program equips Africans with digital, entrepreneurial, and financial literacy skills to bridge gender gaps in STEAM.

What it offers

• Fully-funded online training and mentorship sponsored by ImpactHER.
• One-month intensive program with three courses:
  • Digital literacy – 2 weeks
  • Entrepreneurship – 1 week
  • Financial literacy – 1 week
• Certificates for each program if you attend at least 80% of sessions.
• Membership in the African Union CIEFFA and ImpactHER networks.
• Opportunity to be invited to fully-funded in-person activities by AU CIEFFA.

Who can apply

• Individuals of African descent (women or men).
• Must demonstrate motivation to learn about digital skills, entrepreneurial skills, and financial literacy.
• Must show leadership abilities, aspirations, and commitment to promote girls’ and women’s education.
• Must have access to a device (laptop, computer, smartphone, or tablet) and a good internet connection.
• Must have a clear understanding of English, French, or Portuguese.
• Must hold African citizenship and reside on the continent or anywhere in the world.

What you'll do

• Complete a one-month online training program.
• Participate in three courses: Digital literacy, Entrepreneurship, and Financial literacy.
• Attend at least 80% of sessions to be eligible for certificates.

How to apply

• Contact ocbt@impacther.org for inquiries or requirements.

Good to know

• The program runs annually from September to November, with one cohort per month.
• Participants are divided into monthly cohorts, each running for one month.
• No financial implications as the course is fully funded.