Call for SAGFA Fellowship Program 2025 is open now!!!
The SAGFA Fellowship is a pioneering initiative under the Sino-Africa Green Finance Alliance (SAGFA), led by the Africa-China Centre for Policy and Advisory (ACCPA) with support from the African Climate Foundation (ACF). This fellowship is designed to build the next generation of African leaders in green finance—empowering policymakers, researchers, and industry professionals with the knowledge, skills, and tools needed to drive climate-resilient industrial development across the continent.
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The SAGFA Fellowship is a 6-week virtual training program designed to build the capacity of African professionals and emerging leaders in green finance, climate policy, and Africa–China cooperation. In its pilot phase, the SAGFA Fellowship will be delivered entirely online, providing a flexible and accessible platform for participants across Africa. There will be weekly live sessions, expert lectures, and assignments. Participants should expect to commit approximately 3–4 hours per week throughout the 6-week program. Future editions of the fellowship aim to incorporate in-person residencies and industrial immersions, subject to sustainable funding.
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The fellowship aims to strengthen Africa’s capacity in green finance and sustainable development. It focuses on enhancing participants’ technical understanding of green finance policies, instruments, and practical implementation strategies tailored to Africa’s unique development needs. Through this program, African professionals gain hands-on tools to design and influence effective green finance programs and partnerships. Additionally, the fellowship fosters collaboration and mutual learning between African and Chinese experts through interactive dialogues and case-based engagements. By promoting advocacy and innovation in sustainable industrialization, the program supports long-term climate resilience and inclusive green growth across the continent.
The Africa-China Centre for Policy and Advisory (ACCPA) is a dynamic Sino-African research and policy think tank based in Accra, Ghana, with active teams across Morocco, Tanzania, Tunisia, the DRC, China, the UK, Ethiopia, and Botswana. The Centre is devoted to delivering unbiased policy and market research while offering unique perspectives on Africa-China relations.
Vision:
To become the leading policy research think tank and advisory firm focused on China-Africa relations, encouraging diverse, informed, and objective debate on public policy matters that impact both regions.
Mission:
Established in 2022, the Centre is dedicated to empowering global partners and stakeholders by advancing rigorous policy research, data-driven analysis, and mutually beneficial collaborations that strengthen Africa-China cooperation and sustainable development.
Location:
OnlineBenefits
- Build Expertise: Gain deep insights into green finance tools, frameworks, and global best practices tailored to African realities.
- Access Global Networks: Engage with experts from across Africa and China and expand your professional network for future collaborations.
- Drive Impact: Translate learning into action through capstone projects focused on real-world challenges in your country or sector.
- Flexible and Accessible: Participate in a rigorous 8-week virtual program from anywhere in Africa—no travel required.
- Shape the Future: Be part of a growing alumni network contributing to Africa’s green transition and climate leadership.
- Participants will receive a Certificate of Completion.
Eligibilities
The SAGFA Fellowship targets mid- to senior-level professionals from across Africa who are passionate about climate finance and sustainable development, particularly:
- Government policymakers
- Researchers and think tank professionals
- Development practitioners and advisors
- Private sector actors in manufacturing, energy, finance, and agro processing
- Financial regulators and institutional investors
- Journalists and civil society actors
- Graduate students with a strong interest in climate change, finance, or Africa–China
relations
Applicants should demonstrate a commitment to applying the fellowship experience to their ongoing work and institutional mandates.
Application Process
Applications must be submitted online via the official SAGFA Fellowship portal
Application Deadline: October 22, 2025 (5 Days Remaining)
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