Advance Africa Tech Scholarship

About the Scholarship Providers – Access Bank & Udacity

Access Bank Plc is a leading multinational commercial bank headquartered in Nigeria, licensed by the Central Bank of Nigeria, with subsidiaries across Africa, the UK, and global offices in China, India, Lebanon, and the UAE.

Udacity, a renowned global education platform, provides career-focused, flexible digital learning in high-demand technology fields. Their mission is to train the world’s workforce for the future through industry-designed Nanodegree programs.

Together, Access Bank and Udacity have partnered to empower Africa’s youth through digital education and job readiness.

About the Advance Africa Scholarship Programme

The Advance Africa Scholarship offers 5,000 fully funded opportunities for candidates across Africa to gain vital digital and technology skills.

The initiative is designed for individuals eager to master modern digital disciplines such as data analysis, cloud computing, web development, and app creation. Successful candidates will join a community of learners and innovators, guided by industry experts through real-world projects.

This programme aims to build Africa’s next generation of digital professionals and connect them with potential employment opportunities through Access Bank and its network.

Benefits of the Scholarship

• 100% Free Online Learning: Study from anywhere, at your own pace.
• Industry-Created Curriculum: Developed with top global tech companies.
• Career-Ready Training: Real-world projects and problem-solving tasks.
• Networking & Mentorship: Join a growing tech community across Africa.
• Employment Opportunities: Top-performing students may qualify for job placements.

Courses Covered

The programme offers Nanodegrees in:

• App Development
• Business Analytics
• Cloud Computing
• Data Analysis
• Data Science
• Digital Marketing
• Project Management
• Web Development

Programme Structure

1. Introductory Stage: All selected learners begin with foundational training and short tech challenges.
2. Level 1: Top candidates advance to intermediate Nanodegrees.
3. Level 2: High performers receive advanced Nanodegree scholarships (two-month programme).
4. Graduation: Completion may lead to permanent employment opportunities within partner organisations.

Eligibility Requirements

Applicants must meet the following criteria:

• Be a citizen of one of the following countries: Botswana, Cameroon, DR Congo, Gambia, Ghana, Guinea, Kenya, Mozambique, Nigeria, Rwanda, Sierra Leone, South Africa, or Zambia
• Be 20–30 years old
• Hold a STEM qualification or demonstrate a strong interest in IT or digital careers (with supporting documentation)
• Have access to a laptop, stable internet, and reliable power
• Be fully committed to the full duration of the programme
• Provide consent for data sharing with Access Bank during the application process

How to Apply

Applications must be submitted online via:
Advance Africa Scholarship Application

Scroll to the bottom of the page, fill in your details, and submit the contact form. Access Bank will reach out to shortlisted applicants.

Closing Date

There is no official closing date. Applications are open year-round — early submissions are encouraged as space is limited.

Final Thoughts

The Advance Africa Scholarship 2024, powered by Access Bank and Udacity, is a groundbreaking opportunity for young Africans to gain free access to world-class digital education. It empowers participants to build real-world tech skills, enhance employability, and join a growing network of future digital leaders.