Deadline for applications 12 December 2014.

The objective of the Australia Awards – Africa Fellowships is to develop the capacity and  leadership skills of Africans so they can contribute more effectively to development in their home countries.

Course durations range between one and three months. Training is delivered in Australia as well as in various locations in Africa.

Key sectors of focus, agreed between Australia and African partner governments are:

• Agriculture and Food Security
• Extractives
• Public Policy

These are prestigious international scholarships funded by the Australian Government. They promote development in Africa through a large-scale program of training opportunities for African professionals.

For more information on eligibility criteria and application forms http://www.australiaawardsafrica.org/