Ahaki Africa Fellowship 2026 Inviting New Applications

Are you ready to be part of a transformative movement shaping Africa’s future in health and human rights? The Afya na Haki (Ahaki) Institute is inviting passionate individuals to apply for the Litigating Reproductive Justice in Africa (LIRA) Fellowship 2026. This fellowship is your chance to contribute to groundbreaking work in Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR) while building your expertise in research, litigation, and advocacy.

Ahaki Fellowship Sponsorship Package

Selected fellows will engage in a full-time, in-person fellowship at Ahaki starting in January 2026, lasting 6–12 months. The fellowship is designed not only to strengthen Ahaki’s ongoing programmes but also to provide career development opportunities in SRHR research, litigation, and capacity enhancement. Fellows will work closely with African experts, practitioners, and activists, gaining unique insights and skills that directly impact reproductive justice across the continent.

Eligibility Requirements

Applicants must hold at least a master’s degree in relevant fields such as law, public health, social sciences, gender studies, or human rights. Previous experience in research, litigation, or capacity enhancement in SRHR is required, while project management and implementation experience is considered an added advantage. Fluency in English and French is highly encouraged, reflecting the fellowship’s Anglophone and Francophone Africa focus.

Application Schedule

The deadline to apply for this Ahaki Africa Fellowship is 17 October 2025. The fellowship programme begins in January 2026 and runs through the year depending on individual placement (6–12 months). Shortlisted candidates will be contacted directly.

Apply: https://www.afyanahaki.org/call-for-2026-fellows/.