Established in 2011, the Ibrahim Leadership Fellowships aim to identify and nurture the next generation of exceptional African leaders. Each year, three Fellows have the opportunity to work within the executive offices of AfDB (Abidjan), ECA (Addis Ababa), or the ITC (Geneva), receiving a stipend of $100,000.

During the 12-month program, Fellows acquire valuable technical and leadership skills while directly contributing to research and policy formulation. A standout feature of the program is the chance to be mentored by the heads of the host organizations.

Moreover, Fellows become part of the Now Generation Network (NGN), enabling them to continue contributing their expertise and insights to shape a better Africa.

Meet the Current 2023 Fellows:

International Trade Centre
Pamela Coke-Hamilton, Executive Director of ITC, emphasizes that the Mo Ibrahim Fellowship program empowers young Africans to drive inclusive and sustainable trade and development solutions, offering technical knowledge and leadership skills.

African Development Bank
Akinwumi Adesina, President of the African Development Bank, expresses optimism that the chosen Mo Ibrahim Fellows will contribute to the transformation of Africa and address the pressing need for sustainable job creation for its youth.

United Nations Economic Commission for Africa
Antonio M.A. Pedro, Acting Executive Secretary of ECA, recognizes the crucial role of the Mo Ibrahim Fellowship Program in nurturing capable and transformational leaders who bring fresh ideas to shape Africa's trajectory.

Application Process:
Applications for the 2024 Ibrahim Leadership Fellowships are now open until Friday, 20 October 2023. The fellowships are available to young professionals, mid-career individuals, and emerging executives from Africa who possess relevant work experience and a master's degree.

Eligibility Criteria:
- Must be a national of an African country
- Minimum of 7 years' relevant work experience
- Possess a master's degree
- Age below 40, or 45 for women with children
- Additional criteria as defined by the host organization

Here are the application details. Click on the specific links to apply now

AfDB

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

UNECA

• Fellowship details (EN)

ITC

• Fellowship details (EN)
• Application Link