The African Future Leaders Fellowship

Deadline: 15-Jul-21

Applications are open for Cohort 4 of the online African Future Leaders Fellowship to develop changemakers for the continent and inspire young Africans to be solution-oriented, entrepreneurial-minded, and value-led leaders.

This year, they are seeking to select and offer training to 50 tertiary students across Africa. This program is 100% free and fully online

Benefits

• 3 Months Training: 3 months online training on career development, leadership, entrepreneurship and other relevant modules led by African professionals
• Business Project and Pitch: Work with a group of other young leaders from across Africa to ideate and create a solution for an identified challenge in Africa to pitch
• Mentoring and Coaching: Bi-weekly group coaching sessions with experts & guest speakers. Mentoring and feedback on your lifeplan, career plan, work ready documents
• Digital Skill Certification: Additional 1month digital skills training & certification powered by Google Digital Skills, HubSpot etc.
• Community of Young Africans: Network & Connect with other young Africans from over 20countries. Take part in discussions and sessions to prepare you to become a changemaker for the continent
• SHGH Certification: Complete the program with a certification from Studentshubgh and become part of their Alumni community. Also leave with your life plan and career ready documents

Eligibility Criteria

• Applicant must be a citizen of an African country (females, are encouraged to apply)
• Must be a tertiary student (university, training colleges, polytechnics etc)
• Must be between the ages of 18 and 30
• Must have access to the internet since the majority of the programme takes place online
• Able to follow online training and join online workshops and video calls
• Must be able to commit to the programme for the duration of four months
• Must be passionate about developing a clear plan for career and future and make an impact in Africa
• Must be fluent in English

For more information, visit https://www.studentshubgh.com/african-future-leaders-fellowship/