Applications are now open for the 2026 Ibrahim Leadership Fellowship (100,000 USD to support living expenses)

Applications are now open for the 2026 Ibrahim Leadership Fellowship, a transformative 12-month programme that equips African professionals with the tools, networks, and experience to drive systemic change across the continent.

If you have 7–10 years (or more) of professional experience, a master’s degree (or equivalent), and a deep commitment to Africa’s advancement, this is your moment. Here’s what makes this initiative stand out:

  • Host at leading institutions – Fellows are placed at the African Development Bank, International Trade Centre, or UNECA, working on real, high-impact projects.
  • Strong financial support – A generous stipend (~USD 100,000) ensures Fellows can focus fully on their development and responsibilities.
  • Lifelong network – Alumni join the Now Generation Network (NGN), connecting with changemakers across Africa.
  • Strategic policy & development exposure – You’ll be embedded in high-level decision-making environments, shaping policies and programmes that affect millions.

 
Key Info & Deadlines

  • Must be an African national
  • Masters degree or equivalent
  • 7–10 years (or more) of relevant experience
  • Application deadline: November 20, 2025

 
If you believe in the power of leadership rooted in African contexts, this is a chance to walk your talk.

Learn more here – https://share.google/VfPQRHG3SLacrTNjo

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