Africa is highly vulnerable to climate crises, causing rapid economic and social disruption due to predominantly agricultural economies and limited adaptation capacity. Nigeria faces a dilemma: while oil provides major public funding, continued fossil fuel dependence threatens long-term stability and has caused unremediated environmental damage and livelihood disruption.
Other pressing environmental issues include widespread deforestation and biodiversity loss, pollution from unregulated waste disposal, and desertification, further exacerbating the challenges. The global energy transition is certain, and petro-dependent economies like Nigeria must determine their path. To respond effectively, civil society actors, innovators, and community leaders need the proper knowledge, skills, and networks.
About the CivicHive Climate Fellowship 2026
The CivicHive Climate Fellowship 2026 is a four-month intensive fellowship programme designed to build the capacity of early-stage civic tech innovators, leaders of fledgling organisations, and climate advocates in Nigeria.
The fellowship provides:
- Hands-on training and Expert mentorship
- Weekly assignments
- A capstone project
- Seed funding support for promising solutions
The aim is to empower participants with the knowledge, tools, and strategic capacity required to drive campaigns for a just energy transition and climate justice.
Fellowship Duration & Structure
The CivicHive Climate Fellowship runs from March 17 to June 18, 2026, with structured lab sessions continuing into early July and culminating in a Demo Day on July 22, 2026.
Key Dates:
- February 17, 2026 – Applications Open
- March 9, 2026 – Applications Close
- March 17, 2026 – Fellows Announced and onboarding
- March 24 – June 18, 2026 – Core Fellowship Programme
- June 22 – July 7, 2026 – Lab Sessions
- July 22, 2026 – Demo Day
The fellowship requires a weekly commitment of four hours, alongside assignments and the development of a capstone project.
Who Should Apply?
Applicants to the CivicHive Climate Fellowship must be:
- Preferably between not more than 35 years old;
- Has demonstrated track record in climate change, energy transition, climate justice, environmental protection, or related fields;
- Is committed to weekly participation and assignment completion;
- Is passionate about strengthening climate accountability, resilience, and justice in Nigeria;
Applications open on February 23, 2026 and close on March 9, 2026.
For inquiries, contact:
Fellowship@civichive.org