Applications are currently being accepted for the Mo Ibrahim Foundation Leadership Fellowships 2027. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
The Ibrahim Leadership Fellowships are designed to strengthen Africa’s next generation of leaders by placing fellows in senior executive offices where they contribute directly to policy development, research, and strategic decision-making.
Each year, three fellows are selected to join one of the programme’s partner institutions. Throughout the fellowship, participants receive direct mentorship from the leaders of their host organisations while developing technical expertise and executive leadership skills.
Upon completing the programme, fellows become members of the Now Generation Network (NGN), a community of influential African leaders committed to advancing sustainable development across the continent.
Selected fellows receive a comprehensive package that includes:
The fellowship provides unparalleled exposure to international development, economic policy, trade, governance, and regional cooperation.
To be eligible for the 2027 Ibrahim Leadership Fellowships, applicants must meet the following minimum requirements:
The fellowship welcomes applications from young professionals, mid-career specialists, and emerging executives with demonstrated leadership potential.
Applications for the 2027 fellowship are submitted through the official websites of the respective host institutions. Candidates should carefully review the eligibility requirements and application instructions for their preferred organisation before submitting an application.
The available host institutions are:
Each host manages its own recruitment process and may specify additional documentation or selection criteria.
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