The Yango Fellowship is open to full-time STEM students aged 18–25 who are citizens of Zambia, Côte d’Ivoire, Mozambique, Ethiopia, Ghana, or Senegal. Applicants should be in good academic standing at a recognized university, actively involved in STEM-related projects or community initiatives, and able to join Fellowship activities both online and, when required, in person. A reference letter and a short personal statement are required, and all Fellows are expected to maintain strong academic performance and ethical conduct throughout the program. Valid travel documents are essential for the program.

No. The fellowship is intended for actively practicing students.

Deadline for applications gas been extended to the 16th of February 2026

Selected candidates will be contacted by e-mail and/or phone.

Selected students receive a bursary of 1000 $ (or local currency equivalent) and most imporantly become part of an international community of Fellows, expanding their networks and learning to collaborate in cross-country teams to develop meaningful solutions to pressing challenges in their communities. We hope that for every Yango Fellow the program will serve as strong support, a chance to gain new skills, help their communities and an opportunity to build lasting friendships.

Yes, you will. Fellowship activities will take approximately 5 hours per week for three months. Of course, it will require accurate time management — but by default the program will not interfere with your regular duties.

No, the aim of this program is to help beneficiaries with their basic needs, including accommodation, Internet connection, groceries, textbooks and IT equipment. Tuition fees are not covered by this grant.

No. Once you’ve completed the fellowship, you’re not eligible to reapply.

The letters should be addressed to the Zambian National STEM foundation, Plot 427 Ibex Hill, Lusaka Zambia

All recommendation letters should be addressed to the Director, Zambian National STEM Foundation.