Applications are open for the Bridging Government AI Capacities for Public-Private Partnerships program. The deadline to apply is 30 September 2026. This opportunity offers free access to a curated set of self-paced online AI courses for current government officials and public servants.
The program is delivered by the African Development Bank and the UNDP AI Hub for Sustainable Development, in partnership with Google and Apolitical. Selected applicants will access courses from Apolitical’s Government AI Campus to strengthen AI capability and support public-private partnerships.
Application Deadline: 30 September 2026
Eligible Countries: All countries
Course Location: Fully online, self-paced (accessible on any device).
Course Duration: Flexible, self-paced courses; most courses take 2–3 hours each.
Host Organization: African Development Bank; UNDP AI Hub for Sustainable Development (in partnership with Google and Apolitical)
Funding/Benefits: Free
About the Course
This short course opportunity supports government officials and public servants who are working on the right-sizing of AI implementation in their countries. It focuses on practical public-sector use cases and aims to strengthen public-private partnerships and innovation.
Moreover, the learning experience is fully online and self-paced. Most courses take 2–3 hours, so participants can learn flexibly on any device.
The curated curriculum covers topics such as:
- AI fundamentals
- AI risks
- Prompt engineering
- Leadership
- Procurement
- Healthcare
- Climate
Who Should Apply
This opportunity is for:
- Current government officials
- Public servants working on AI implementation in their countries
- Professionals involved in public services, private sector partnerships, and innovation related to AI
Course Structure Flexible, self-paced online courses; most courses take 2–3 hours each.
How to Apply
Interested applicants should complete the online application form before the deadline. However, applicants should review the official program page carefully for full details on selection and access.
👉 Visit the program page for details
