Location: Abidjan, Cote D’Ivoire
Program: Postgraduate
Eligibility: African Nationals
Duration: 12 months
Deadline: November 20, 2026
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The Ibrahim Leadership Fellowships were established in 2011 by the Mo Ibrahim Foundation to identify and mentor the next generation of outstanding African leaders. Each year, three Fellows have the opportunity to work in the executive offices of the African Development Bank (AfDB, Abidjan), the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (UNECA, Addis Ababa), or the International Trade Centre (ITC, Geneva), with a stipend of $100,000. Over the 12-month programme, Fellows gain both technical and leadership skills while contributing directly to research and policy design, with a special feature being direct mentorship from the heads of the host organisations. Fellows also become members of the Now Generation Network (NGN), through which they continue to contribute their skills and insights to building a better Africa.
The Mo Ibrahim Foundation is dedicated to supporting good governance and exceptional leadership on the African continent, and runs the Fellowships alongside its Ibrahim Prize for Achievement in African Leadership and its Ibrahim Scholarships, which support aspiring African leaders at a number of distinguished academic institutions. Applications for the 2027 Fellowships are currently open through each host organisation’s own recruitment channels.
Benefits of the Programme
This programme will provide the following to its recipients:
- A stipend of $100,000 for the 12-month programme
- Official mission travel and travel insurance covered
- Direct mentorship from host organisation leaders
- Professional and leadership development
- Membership of the Now Generation Network (NGN)
- Other benefits
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Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for this programme, applicants must meet the following:
- Must be a national of an African country
- Must have a minimum of 7 years of relevant work experience
- Must hold a Master’s degree
- Must be under the age of 40 (or under 45 for women with children)
- Must meet any additional criteria set by the specific host organisation (AfDB, ITC, or UNECA)
Note: Kindly check the official webpage for full and detailed requirements.
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Selection Criteria
Fellowships are open annually to young professionals, mid-career professionals, and new executives from Africa with relevant work experience and a Master’s degree. Each host organisation (AfDB, ITC, or UNECA) manages its own recruitment and selection process for its Fellowship position, in addition to the eligibility criteria set by the Mo Ibrahim Foundation.
How to Apply
CLICK HERE to visit the official webpage and submit your application.
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