The MASS African Design Centre Fellowship 2026 is a 12-month paid residency in Kigali, Rwanda, hosted by MASS Design Group. The program supports emerging African architects and designers with mentorship, practical experience, and resources to develop culturally grounded and community-driven design solutions.
MASS Design Group is an architecture and design firm that focuses on socially responsive and community-based projects. The African Design Centre Fellowship aims to equip future African architects and designers with tools, mentorship, and resources that strengthen design practice rooted in African heritage.
MASS African Design Centre Fellowship Benefits
- Paid fellowship
- Support from MASS program staff
- Assigned design mentors
- Assigned professional mentors
- Applicants must be nationals of an African country.
- Applicants must be 35 years of age or below.
- Applicants must be built-environment professionals.
- Applicants must hold a degree in architecture, urban design, landscape, engineering, or a related field.
- Applicants must be able to relocate to Kigali, Rwanda, from October 2026 to September 2027.
- Resume/CV
- References
- Portfolio
- Statement of alignment
- Pre-fellowship essays
- Conduct culturally rooted design research exploring indigenous knowledge systems, vernacular architecture, and urban patterns.
- Engage in community-based design projects within MASS initiatives and areas of work.
- Publish reflective pieces to share insights gained during the fellowship.
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How to Apply for MASS African Design Centre Fellowship
- Apply online through the application portal: https://massdesigngroup.slideroom.com/
- Review the eligibility requirements before applying.
- Prepare the required documents: Resume/CV, References, Portfolio, Statement of alignment, Pre-fellowship essays.
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