Mo Ibrahim Leadership Fellowships 2027
Fully Funded 12-Month Leadership Fellowship for Emerging African Leaders
Eligible African professionals can apply for the 2027 Ibrahim Leadership Fellowships, a 12-month leadership programme hosted by leading international institutions.
The Mo Ibrahim Leadership Fellowship provides selected African professionals with the opportunity to gain high-level experience in policy, governance, development and leadership.
Fellows may be placed within the executive offices of the African Development Bank (AfDB), United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (UNECA), or International Trade Centre (ITC).
🎓 Fellowship Benefits
- US$100,000 annual stipend
- Fully funded 12-month leadership fellowship
- Placement within a leading international institution
- Direct mentorship from executive leadership
- Experience in policy research and programme design
- Leadership and professional development
- Membership in the Now Generation Network
- Exposure to international development and governance
🌍 Host Institutions
✅ Eligibility Requirements
According to the published fellowship information, applicants must generally:
- Be a national of an African country.
- Hold a Master’s degree.
- Have at least seven years of relevant professional experience.
- Be under 40 years of age, or under 45 for women with children.
- Meet any additional requirements set by the selected host institution.
💼 What Fellows Will Do
- Conduct policy and economic research.
- Support development programme design.
- Contribute to governance and institutional strategy.
- Prepare analytical reports and executive briefings.
- Work with international experts and senior leadership.
🚀 Interested in This Fellowship?
Review the fellowship information and check the official application requirements before applying.
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