The 2025 African Design Centre Fellowship is now open for applications! This fully funded, one-year paid fellowship in Kigali, Rwanda, is designed for young African professionals in architecture and related fields who are passionate about socially impactful design.
Fellowship Overview
- Location: Kigali, Rwanda
- Duration: 12 months (Sept 2025 – Aug 2026)
- Type: Paid Fellowship + Post-program remote mentorship
- Hosted by: MASS Design Group
- Application Deadline: [Check official website]
- Official Link: https://massdesigngroup.org/MASS-relaunches-ADC
What Fellows Receive
- Monthly stipend for 12 months
- Mentorship from design leaders
- Full residency in Kigali, Rwanda
- Access to research tools & community projects
- Remote support in Year 2
- Potential funding for independent research
Who Can Apply
- Citizens of any African country
- 35 years or younger
- Academic background in:
- Architecture
- Landscape Architecture
- Urban Planning
- Engineering or related fields
- Architecture
- Willing to relocate to Kigali for the fellowship year
Focus Areas
- Maternal & infant care design
- Infrastructure for entrepreneurship and learning
- Climate-positive, community-based development
- Field research based on African traditions and techniques
How to Apply
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