GhanaSIG is an event organized by E-Governance and Internet Governance Foundation for Africa (EGIGFA)
Seventy-nine distinguished fellows are selected from a competitive pool of over 300 national and international applicants for the 7th annual flagship programme.
ACCRA, GHANA – 21st May 2026
The E-Governance and Internet Governance Foundation for Africa (EGIGFA), the organiser of the Ghana School on Internet Governance (GhanaSIG), is proud to announce the official selection of candidates for the 2026 fellowship programme. Now in its seventh year, GhanaSIG Fellowship continues to serve as a premier platform for fostering digital policy leadership across the continent and beyond.
The 2026 application cycle saw unprecedented engagement, with over 300 applications received from a global pool of candidates. Following a rigorous and competitive evaluation process, EGIGFA has selected 79 fellows who demonstrate exceptional potential to contribute to the evolving Internet Governance landscape.
Key Fellowship Statistics
- Total fellows selected: 79
- Fellows residing in Ghana: 50
- International fellows: 29
- Global representation: 18 countries represented outside of Ghana.
Fellows Residing in Ghana
The Ghanaian cohort comprises 50 professionals representing a multi-stakeholder cross-section of society, including legal practitioners, technical experts, and academic researchers.
| No. | Names | Profession | Stakeholder |
| 1 | Abdul Khaliq Awudu Kundisaab | Associate – Risk Consulting | Business and Commerce |
| 2 | Abena Pokuah Dede Corletey | Software Developer | International Organization |
| 3 | Benjamin Adadevoh | User Acquisition Specialist | Internet End User |
| 4 | Bismark Fiawogbe | Tutor | Academia |
| 5 | Charlotte Asiome Tsyorkor | Teacher | Security Services |
| 6 | Ebenezer Elikem Amankwah Ofori Dzam | Student | Academia |
| 7 | Ekoue Walter Adamah | IT Professional | Civil Society (NGO) |
| 8 | Emmanuel Opoku Adu-Tutu | Criminal Intelligence Analyst | Security Services |
| 9 | Enyonam Abla Kumador | Cybersecurity Analyst | Internet End User |
| 10 | Eric Richard Appiah Edwards | Assistant Lecturer | Internet End User |
| 11 | Esther Araba Mensamaa Quansah | Actress/TV Presenter | Internet End User |
| 12 | Fareed Gombilla | Social Development Officer | Civil Society (NGO) |
| 13 | Foster Mesreh | Resort Manager | Business and Commerce |
| 14 | Francis Kusi | Student | Academia |
| 15 | Frederick Allou | Biomedical Scientist | Healthcare and Legal |
| 16 | Gertrude Amoakohene | Student | Academia |
| 17 | Gideon Kwame Dogbey | PhD Student | Academia |
| 18 | Grace Naa Ardua Nelson | Regulatory Affairs Manager | Healthcare and Legal |
| 19 | Hikmatu Haruna | Fashion Designer | Business and Commerce |
| 20 | Hiqmat Sungdeme Saani | Gender, Communications & Digital Transformation Professional | Civil Society (NGO) |
| 21 | Jabess Omane | AI Research Engineer | Technical Community |
| 22 | Jamaldeen Tonzua Seidu | Deputy Director-General | Government |
| 23 | Joleen Akrofi | Graduate | Internet End User |
| 24 | Joshua Gyaminu | Dental Surgery Technician | Healthcare and Legal |
| 25 | Kassim Razak | Medical Practitioner | Healthcare and Legal |
| 26 | Kennedy Amos Amedeka | Regional ICT Coordinator | Government |
| 27 | Marylyn Mawuena Afenyo | Senior Investigator | Government |
| 28 | Mas-Oud Abdul Rahman | Public Servant | Government |
| 29 | Mawuli Dogbatse | Teaching and Research Assistant | Academia |
| 30 | Michelle Adama | Medical Doctor | Healthcare and Legal |
| 31 | Moses Brown | IT Specialist | Internet End User |
| 32 | Naana Baaba Sampson | Regulatory Compliance Analyst | Government |
| 33 | Nana Yaw Abrokwa | ICT Manager | International Organization |
| 34 | Olga Afua Oru | Founder/CEO | Technical Community |
| 35 | Paul Ohene-Djan Addai-Bonsu | Law Student | Academia |
| 36 | Portia Mawuena Adaletey | Frontend Developer | Academia |
| 37 | Prudence Batinge | Private Legal Practitioner | Business and Commerce |
| 38 | Rashad T. Seini | Legal Practitioner | Civil Society (NGO) |
| 39 | Rufiatu Ajaasuma Saani | Student | Civil Society (NGO) |
| 40 | Samsudeen Apiiga Yakubu | Doctor of Pharmacy Student | Internet End User |
| 41 | Samuel Eze | Pastor | Civil Society (NGO) |
| 42 | Sarah Edinam Akakpo | Student | Healthcare and Legal |
| 43 | Saviour Doku | IT Specialist | Internet Service and Connectivity Providers |
| 44 | Semenyo Emmanuel Seakomo | Enterprise Systems and UAT Analyst | Business and Commerce |
| 45 | Shadrach Ankrah | Founder & Executive Director | Technical Community |
| 46 | Sharifatu Nuhu Larchie | IT Project Coordinator | International Organization |
| 47 | Suglo-Konbo Ibrahim | Research and Impact Manager | Civil Society (NGO) |
| 48 | Tetelesti Faithful Djandu | Library Facilitator | Academia |
| 49 | Timothy Simpson | PhD Student | Academia |
| 50 | Wisdom Aglah | NOC Engineer | Internet Service and Connectivity Providers |
Note: All information above is self-reported by applicants.
International Fellows
Underscoring the programme’s expanding global relevance, the 2026 international cohort includes 29 fellows from across the African continent and the wider global community.
| No | Names | Profession | Stakeholder | Country |
| 1 | Ababacar Diop | Lawyer | Civil Society (NGO) | Senegal |
| 2 | Alexander Otutu | Lead Psychologist & Programs Director | Healthcare and Legal | Nigeria |
| 3 | Aliou Saidou | Coordinator | Technical Community | Cameroon |
| 4 | Astari Yanuarti | Chairwoman | Civil Society (NGO) | Indonesia |
| 5 | David Tobi Olumilade | Media Specialist | Business and Commerce | Nigeria |
| 6 | Esau Kizito | ICT Officer | Government | Uganda |
| 7 | Faridatou Salifou | Intern | Civil Society (NGO) | Benin |
| 8 | Frankline Otieno | Student | Academia | Kenya |
| 9 | Fredrick Hilary | Resident Magistrate | Government | Tanzania |
| 10 | Gbemisola Esho | Founder | Civil Society (NGO) | Nigeria |
| 11 | Gibson Kabugi | Technical & Administrative Support | International Organization | Kenya |
| 12 | Irene Akello | Admin Assistant | Government | Uganda |
| 13 | Israel Olatunji Tijani | Data Scientist | Technical Community | Nigeria |
| 14 | Joy Eki Omovie | Strategist | Healthcare and Legal | Nigeria |
| 15 | Kenechukwu Okekenta | IT Support Specialist | Technical Community | Nigeria |
| 16 | Mawouegnigan Gregoire Fangnon | Student | Government | Benin |
| 17 | Michele Valerie Njiki Djemi | Engagement Fellow | Civil Society (NGO) | Cameroon |
| 18 | Michelle Thuo | PAYAIG Ambassador | Civil Society (NGO) | Kenya |
| 19 | Minoly Wickramasinghe | ICT Officer | Government | |
| 20 | Mohammed V. Kamara | Director of ICT and Universal Access Policy | Government | Liberia |
| 21 | Otsebe Annastacia Modirwagale | MSc Student | Academia | Botswana |
| 22 | Paul P. Paukpa | Executive Director | Civil Society (NGO) | Liberia |
| 23 | Preeti Kamra | Assistant Professor | Academia | India |
| 24 | Purity Chepkemoi | Associate Advocate | Academia | Kenya |
| 25 | Ramothan Wambede | Software Developer | Internet End User | Uganda |
| 26 | Salim Kazibwe | MIS Officer | Government | Uganda |
| 27 | Salimata Sawadogo | PhD Candidate | Academia | Burkina Faso |
| 28 | Timothé Goussou | Student | Civil Society (NGO) | Senegal |
| 29 | Zakasoa Arilova Randriamiadana | Associate Professor | Academia | Madagascar |
Note: All information above is self-reported by applicants.
Through the GhanaSIG Fellowship, we aim to democratise access to digital policy expertise, creating pathways for individuals from diverse sectors to master the nuances of Internet Governance. By bridging the knowledge gap, the programme empowers participants to engage meaningfully in critical discourse at local, national, regional, and international levels.
GhanaSIG is designed as a high-level professional training initiative rather than a traditional academic programme. The fellowship training includes a rigorous hybrid model. Fellows will complete a one-month intensive online learning session, and later a one-week, face-to-face training. As a proud member of the Dynamic Coalition on Internet Governance Schools, GhanaSIG remains committed to implementing global best practices in its curriculum and delivery.
Team EGIGFA extends its warmest congratulations to the selected Fellows of the 2026 Ghana School on Internet Governance (GhanaSIG) fellowship. This achievement marks the beginning of a journey towards shaping a more inclusive and secure digital future. We look forward to an impactful and productive fellowship.
Carine Lesley Malor (Ph.D)
Deputy GhanaSIG Fellowship Programme Manager
Accra, Ghana
Congratulations to all selected participants.
This is a structure that builds you wholistically. Be ready to follow step by step and you will be amazed at your transformation for policy contribution in internet Governance (IG)