Entries Open for the Mo Ibrahim Foundation Leadership Fellowship Programme

Application process for the 2025 Mo Ibrahim Foundation Leadership Fellowship Programme is now underway. This prestigious initiative offers a 12-month programme aimed at fostering the professional growth of future leaders in Africa. The Fellowship invites aspiring leaders from across the continent to apply for the 2025 cohort of MIF Fellows, providing them with a valuable opportunity to advance their careers.

The Ibrahim Leadership Fellowship stands as a cornerstone initiative of the Foundation, designed to equip Fellows with essential technical and leadership competencies while enabling them to engage directly in research and policy formulation at their respective host institutions. Previous MIF Fellows have come from diverse fields, including economics, trade, development, peace studies, and conflict resolution. The programme seeks to promote positive transformation and stimulate innovation throughout Africa by offering the next generation of leaders practical experience at esteemed international organizations.

Fellows will be placed at institutions such as the African Development Bank, the International Trade Centre, and the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa. Each institution will host one Fellow, providing them with the chance to learn from and contribute to the senior management teams operating across the continent. Furthermore, the Fellows will benefit from personalized mentorship from global leaders in various sectors, gaining valuable insights to inform their leadership development.

This opportunity for learning and advancement includes a stipend of $100,000, enabling selected candidates to concentrate on their professional growth without financial burdens. The Fellowship Programme is open to mid-career African professionals who possess a master’s degree and have 7-10 years of relevant experience.

Eligibility criteria – Mo Ibrahim Foundation Leadership Fellowship Programme

• 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
• Note: Additional criteria set by the host organisations may apply. Please refer to individual specifications for further detail

Benefits – Mo Ibrahim Foundation Leadership Fellowship Programme

• Immersive and hands-on experience within influential African institutions
• Direct mentorship from world leaders and domain experts
• A platform to contribute to impactful projects and policies
• Networking opportunities with influential individuals and organizations
• A generous stipend of $100,000 to support living expenses during the Fellowship

Application details – Mo Ibrahim Foundation Leadership Fellowship Programme

AfDB

• Fellowship details (EN)
• Fellowship details (FR)
• Application Link (EN)
• Application Link  (FR)

UNECA

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ITC

• Fellowship details (EN)
• Application Link 

Application – Mo Ibrahim Foundation Leadership Fellowship Programme

1. For details Visit the Official Webpage of the Mo Ibrahim Foundation Leadership Fellowship Programme
2. Deadline is November 20, 2024