The Ibrahim Leadership Fellowships offered by the Mo Ibrahim Foundation are presently accepting applications. Interested candidates are urged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and to apply.
About Mo Ibrahim Foundation - The Ibrahim Leadership Fellowships
Opportunity Details
- Date Published: September 23, 2025
- Application Deadline: November 20, 2025
- Category: Postgraduate
Masters
The Ibrahim Leadership Fellowships were established in 2011 to identify and mentor the future generation of outstanding African leaders. Each year three Fellows have an opportunity to work in the executive offices of the AfDB (Abidjan), ECA (Addis Ababa) or the ITC (Geneva), with a stipend of $100,000.
During their 12-month programmes, Fellows gain both technical and leadership skills, while contributing directly to research and policy design. A special feature of the programme is the opportunity to benefit from the direct mentorship of the heads of the host organisations.
Benefits of Mo Ibrahim Foundation - The Ibrahim Leadership Fellowships
- Each year three Fellows have an opportunity to work in the executive offices of the AfDB (Abidjan), ECA (Addis Ababa) or the ITC (Geneva), with a stipend of $100,000.
- During their 12-month programmes, Fellows gain both technical and leadership skills, while contributing directly to research and policy design. A special feature of the programme is the opportunity to benefit from the direct mentorship of 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.
Mo Ibrahim Foundation - The Ibrahim Leadership Fellowships Requirements
- National of an African country
- minimum 7 years’ of relevant work experience
- Master’s degree
- under the age of 40; or 45 for women with children
- any additional criteria as set by the host.
Application Date and Process
Applications for the 2026 Ibrahim Leadership Fellowships are now open. Details and how to apply can be found at the following links:
Fellowships are open annually to young professionals, mid-career and new executives from Africa with relevant work experience and a master’s degree.
Application Deadline
20 November, 2025
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