Fully funded: Mo Ibrahim Leadership Fellowship For Africans 2026 | $100,000 Stipend

The Mo Ibrahim Foundation is inviting applications for the 2024 Leadership Foundation program.

The Mo Ibrahim Leadership Fellowship offers the opportunity to work in the executive offices of the AfDB (Abidjan), or the ITC (Geneva) with an annual stipend of $100,000.

This post will delve into the details of the fellowship program, its requirements, benefits, and step-by-step application procedure.

Mo Ibrahim Leadership Fellowship Summary

• Host: Mo Ibrahim Foundation
• Category: Fellowships
• Eligible Countries: African Countries
• Reward: $100,000 Stipend | Training  
• No IELTS Required 
• Deadline: November 20, 2025.

Mo Ibrahim Leadership Fellowship Details:

The Mo Ibrahim Leadership Fellowships were established in 2011 to identify and mentor the future generation of outstanding African leaders.

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.

Eligibility Requirements for Mo Ibrahim Foundation Leadership Fellowship 2026

To be considered for the Mo Ibrahim Foundation Leadership Fellowship, you must:

• Be 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.

Benefits of Mo Ibrahim Foundation Fellowship 2026

• The Fellowships offer the opportunity to work in the executive offices of the AfDB (Abidjan), or the ITC (Geneva) with an annual stipend of $100,000.
• The Ibrahim Scholarships support aspiring African leaders at a number of distinguished academic institutions. The scholarships develop the talent of outstanding young Africans in selected disciplines.

How to Apply for Mo Ibrahim Foundation Fellowship (Step by Step)

To apply for the Mo Ibrahim Foundation Leadership Fellowship, interested and qualified candidates should;

• Click on the link below to visit the fellowship webpage.
• Applications for the 2025 Ibrahim Leadership Fellowships will open on Saturday, 20 September, 2025.
• Fellowships are open to young professionals, mid-career and new executives from Africa with relevant work experience and a master’s degree.

USE THIS LINK TO APPLY

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