About SAGFA Fellowship
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.
In its pilot phase, the SAGFA Fellowship will be delivered entirely online, providing a flexible and accessible platform for participants across Africa. Future editions of the fellowship aim to incorporate in-person residencies and industrial immersions, subject to sustainable funding.
Your Impact Starts Here!
Apply now for the SAGFA Fellowship and become part of a transformative leadership journey.
Fellowship Objectives
- To enhance technical knowledge in green finance policy, instruments, and implementation strategies relevant to Africa’s development context.
- To equip African professionals with practical tools for designing and influencing green finance policies, programs, and partnerships.
- To foster collaboration and learning between African and Chinese stakeholders through structured dialogues and case-based engagements.
- To amplify advocacy and innovation in sustainable industrialization, ensuring long-term climate resilience and green growth.
Who Should Participate
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
Applicants should demonstrate a commitment to applying the fellowship experience to their ongoing work and institutional mandates.
Why Participate?
- 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.
Applications Now Open!
The SAGFA Fellowship is seeking the next generation of visionary leaders—are you one?