Deadline: 20-Nov-2025
The Mo Ibrahim Foundation is requesting applications for its Ibrahim Leadership Fellowship Programme 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. 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 fellowships are open annually to young professionals, mid-career and new executives from Africa with relevant work experience and a master’s degree. Applicants must be nationals of an African country, hold a minimum of seven years of relevant work experience, and possess a master’s degree. In addition, they must be under the age of 40, or under the age of 45 for women with children, while also meeting any additional criteria as set by the host.
This initiative provides a valuable opportunity for African professionals to strengthen their expertise, broaden their leadership capabilities, and engage in meaningful work that contributes to advancing development across the continent. By being mentored directly by institutional heads and joining the Now Generation Network, Fellows not only gain exceptional exposure but also ensure that their impact extends beyond the fellowship year. The deadline for application is 20 November 2025.
For more information, visit Mo Ibrahim Foundation.
