Airtel Africa Foundation has launched a new technology fellowship in Uganda aimed at supporting students from low-income households to pursue university degrees in science and technology.
The programme, announced in Kampala on Tuesday, will provide 20 fellowships for first-year undergraduates admitted to study courses such as computer science, software engineering, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity and data science.
The fellowships will cover tuition fees, accommodation, study materials and a stipend for basic academic needs. Students at Makerere University, Kyambogo University, Mbarara University of Science and Technology, Uganda Christian University and ISBAT University will be eligible.
Airtel Uganda’s chief executive, Soumendra Sahu, said the initiative was intended to expand access to digital careers.
“Uganda has many young people who want to pursue opportunities in technology but face financial barriers,” he said. “This fellowship will help develop the next generation of innovators and digital leaders.”
Mr Sahu said the programme also supports Uganda’s Digital Vision 2040, which seeks to develop the country’s ICT sector and strengthen digital inclusion.
Airtel is working with Q-Sourcing Servetech, a regional recruitment agency, to manage the application and selection process through an online portal.
Applications opened on 9 December and will close on 18 December.
