AI for Good Fellowship 2025 by Code for Africa (CfA)
- Omran Aburayya
- Apr 2
- 2 min read
If you're an AI enthusiast eager to tackle Africa's challenges through ethical technology, applications are now open for the AI for Good Fellowship by Code for Africa (CfA). This four-month fellowship offers technologists across the continent the opportunity to collaborate with human rights organizations in the Sahel region and neighboring countries, developing AI-driven solutions to enhance civic engagement and address societal issues. Let's dig into details!
AI for Good Fellowship Summary
Location: Remote, with organizations based in Senegal, Mauritania, Mali, Burkina Faso, Niger, Chad, Sudan, Guinea, Benin, Togo, Cameroon, South Sudan, Ethiopia, and Somalia.
Organized By: Code for Africa (CfA)
Target Group: Technologists with experience in AI/ML
Fields of Focus: Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Human Rights, Civic Technology
Funding: $500 monthly stipend
Duration: Four months
Application Deadline: April 14, 2025
Start Date: To be announced
AI for Good Fellowship Overview
The AI for Good Fellowship is part of the Digitalise Youth Project under the Digital Democracy Initiative. Fellows will work closely with human rights defenders (HRDs) to enhance existing AI initiatives or develop new tools aimed at scaling interventions effectively. Activities include co-designing AI tools, ensuring ethical compliance in AI deployments, and generating insights to inform policy and advocacy. Potential projects may involve natural language processing models for detecting harmful content, big data tools for mapping disinformation networks, and automation systems for civic engagement platforms. Deliverables encompass research briefs, prototype AI models, and strategic plans for scaling AI-driven interventions.
Fellowship Benefits
Stipend: $500 per month
Mentorship: Guidance from CfA’s TechLab, DataLab, AI Sandbox, and global AI experts
Network: Collaboration with the Digitalise Youth consortium and regional networks
Real-World Impact: Implement solutions with HRD organizations to address existing challenges
Showcase: Present projects to local, national, continental, and global partners at events
Eligibility Criteria
To be considered for AI for Good fellowship, Applicants should possess:
Demonstrated experience in developing AI-driven solutions that enhance civic information or support human rights defenders
Expertise in collecting, cleaning, and analyzing socio-economic or environmental datasets
Skill in co-creating solutions with communities and civil society organizations
Proven track record of testing AI solutions in resource-constrained settings
Ability to design tools for broad adoption across diverse regions
Experience in AI modeling (NLP, computer vision, predictive analytics)
Commitment to fairness, transparency, and inclusivity in AI design
Experience working with policymakers or grassroots organizations
Fluency in English, French, or Arabic
Familiarity with open-source tools and open-data principles
Demonstrated ties to African communities
Application Procedure
Eligible candidates are invited to complete this online application form by April 14, 2025, to join this transformative cohort addressing the Sahel’s most pressing challenges through ethical AI.
📂 Documents Required:
Completed online application form
Curriculum Vitae (CV)
Portfolio showcasing relevant AI projects
Statement of interest detailing commitment to human rights and ethical AI
ℹ️ For more information, visit the official AI for Good Fellowship page
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