MASS African Design Centre Fellowship 2025

The MASS African Design Centre Fellowship is a twelve-month hands-on residency in Kigali, Rwanda for nationals of African countries. It provides mentorship, tools and resources to develop culturally grounded and community-driven design solutions, with a focus on maternal and newborn health, expanding opportunities, and building a climate-positive future. Fellows conduct design research, engage in community-based projects, and disseminate insights, with a closely supported program including relocation to Kigali for the duration.

Mentorship from MASS program staff and professional mentors; paid 12-month residency in Kigali; potential funded support for independent research; ongoing remote mentorship in the second year.

Applicants must be nationals of an African country, 35 years of age or below, and built-environment professionals with a degree in architecture, urban design, landscape, engineering, or related field, able to relocate to Kigali for the fellowship period.

Three-stage selection process: stage 1 expression of interests, stage 2 submission of pre-fellowship materials, stage 3 interviews.