Africa CDC & AVMI Industrial Fellowship Programme 2026–2027: Fully Funded Vaccine Manufacturing Training for African Graduates @2027: Fully Funded Vaccine Manufacturing Training for African Graduates

Overview

The Africa CDC and African Vaccine Manufacturing Initiative (AVMI) Industrial Fellowship Programme 2026–2027 offers a competitive and fully funded opportunity for recent African graduates to gain hands-on experience in vaccine manufacturing.

Eligibility

• Be a citizen of an African Union Member State
• Be a recent graduate (within the last 3 years) with a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree
• Possess a valid passport
• Be available to participate in the programme in one of the designated countries (Egypt, Senegal, or South Africa)
• Be proficient in English or French
• Applications are encouraged from all qualified individuals, especially women.

Benefits

Selected fellows will receive:

• Return flight tickets to the host country
• Visa fees and required documentation support
• A stipend to cover basic daily expenses
• Practical training in vaccine manufacturing facilities
• Exposure to real-world pharmaceutical production processes
• Career development opportunities to enhance employability in vaccine manufacturing institutions

How to Apply

Interested candidates must complete the official application form via the link below:

Apply for the Africa CDC Industrial Fellowship Programme

Deadline

Application Deadline: April 30, 2026

Key Features of the Programme

• Duration: July 2026 to September 2027
• Cohort Size: Only 14 fellows will be selected
• Focus Area: Vaccine manufacturing and current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP)