Call for Applications: Mastercard EdTech Foundation Fellowship Cohort 4 @Unknown

Overview

CcHUB, in partnership with the Mastercard Foundation, is inviting applications for the 4th cohort of the EdTech Fellowship. This 18-month program targets early-stage innovators developing inclusive, context-relevant solutions to enhance learning outcomes and expand access to education for underserved learners in Nigeria and across Africa.

Eligibility

The program targets EdTech startups addressing the needs of learners living with disabilities, internally displaced persons (IDPs), underserved or rural communities, young girls and women, and national/subnational education data systems.

Legal & Operational Requirements:

• Legally incorporated in Nigeria with a physical presence.
• Majority Nigerian-owned.

Product & Team Requirements:

• Commitment to an 18-month pilot program.
• Partnership with a strategic organization (schools, NGOs, community-based organizations, refugee-serving institutions, or public agencies).
• Allocation of a portion of equity-free funding toward pilot implementation.

Benefits

Selected innovators will benefit from structured support designed to strengthen their solutions, improve implementation readiness, and broaden their reach. The program includes a 12-month incubation phase covering Learning Science, Human-Centered Design, User Research, and Product Development.

How to Apply

1. Click the "Apply Now" button to access the online form.
2. Complete all required fields about the startup, solution, and impact.
3. Review responses for accuracy and completeness.
4. Submit the application before the deadline.

Deadline

April 10, 2026