AICA × DataCamp Scholarship 2026/2027 for Africans
Job Description
AICA × DataCamp Scholarship 2026/2027 for Africans
Applications are open for the AICA × DataCamp Scholarship 2026/2027, providing Africans interested in data and technology with access to structured training across Data Analysis, Data Science, Data Engineering and Machine Learning Engineering.
The scholarship is offered by AI Community Africa (AICA) in collaboration with DataCamp and gives selected participants an opportunity to build practical, career-relevant technical skills through DataCamp’s online learning platform.
About the Scholarship
The programme is designed for Africans looking to start or advance their skills in data and artificial intelligence.
Selected participants will learn through DataCamp’s practical online learning environment, combining structured lessons with hands-on exercises and projects. Participants can follow a learning path based on the area of technology they want to develop.
The programme accommodates both beginners building foundational skills and learners who already have technical experience and want to strengthen their knowledge.
Available Learning Tracks
Applicants can choose from the following areas:
- Data Analysis
- Data Science
- Data Engineering
- Machine Learning Engineering
Who Can Apply
The opportunity is targeted at African learners and tech enthusiasts interested in building skills in data and AI.
Applicants can include:
- Students and recent graduates
- Beginners interested in starting a career in data
- Aspiring data analysts and data scientists
- Aspiring data engineers
- Aspiring machine learning engineers
- Self-taught tech learners
- Professionals looking to develop or strengthen their data skills
Applicants should have an interest in learning and be prepared to commit time to completing their chosen learning pathway.
Benefits
Selected participants will receive:
- Access to DataCamp’s online learning platform
- Structured training in their selected learning track
- Practical, hands-on technical exercises
- Access to career-focused data and AI learning resources
- Opportunity to work towards recognised DataCamp certifications
- Skills development in areas relevant to data and technology careers
Application Deadline
Deadline: 30 August 2026