2023 Princeton in Africa(PIAF) Nexus Fellowship for African Scholars

In 2023, Princeton in Africa is expanding our model to pilot Nexus! Princeton in Africa Nexus will pair 5 Africa Fellows educated and resident on the African continent with 5 Fellows educated at U.S. accredited institutions in the same fellowship host organizations on the African continent for a co-fellow exchange of skills, knowledge, leadership, and technical expertise. The Nexus is an addition to PiAf’s signature fellowship program tailored for young leaders educated at a U.S.-accredited institution!

The program is designed to enrich our Fellows’ experience and professional growth on the African continent and bring young professionals educated in African institutions into our community of nearly 700 alumni spanning all over the world.

Eligibility Criteria

In order to be eligible for the Nexus program, applicants must:

• Have citizenship in an African Country and have current residency in an African country (applicants with dual U.S. citizenship will not be considered).
• Have an Undergraduate Degree or a Master’s degree (or equivalent), or a Ph.D. from an African University.

Benefits

• Princeton in Africa Nexus will pair 5 Africa Fellows educated and resident on the African continent with 5 Fellows educated at U.S. accredited institutions in the same fellowship host organizations on the African continent for a co-fellow exchange of skills, knowledge, leadership, and technical expertise.

How to Apply