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Deadline: Unspecified
Applications are open for the Airtel x 3MTT NextGen Fellowship 2026. The NextGen Fellowship is a special track under the 3 Million Technical Talent (3MTT) programme, powered by the Airtel Africa Foundation. It spotlights exceptional young Nigerians and equips them with digital skills, mentorship, and real-world experiences that turn learning into lasting opportunity. Built on Airtel‘s ₦1 billion digital inclusion commitment, the Fellowship supports 3MTT’s mission to grow a future-ready workforce for Nigeria.
The NextGen Fellowship by Airtel & 3MTT is part of the 3 Million Technical Talent Programme — an initiative of the Federal Ministry of Communications, Innovation & Digital Economy, implemented by NITDA, and powered by partners like Airtel Africa Foundation to build Nigeria’s digital workforce.
Skills to learn include:
- Software Development
- Data Science
- UI/UX Design
- Cloud Computing
- Product Management
- Cybersecurity
- AI & Machine Learning
Benefits
- Free, High Quality Training
- Mentorship from top professionals
- Hands-on project experience
- National tech community access
- Real career pathways
Eligibility
- Applicants must be a young Nigerian;
- Must have interest in software, data, cybersecurity, UI/UX, cloud, product management, or AI;
- Must be committed to completing the fellowship learning journey;
- Must be willing to participate in projects, hackathons and group collaborations;
- Ideal for learners, job seekers, creators, innovators and those transitioning into tech.
Application
For more information, visit Airtel x 3MTT NextGen Fellowship.
