2027 Ibrahim Leadership Fellowships Scholarship
Organisation: Mo Ibrahim Foundation / African Development Bank (AfDB)
Location: Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire
Program: Leadership Fellowship
Eligibility: African Nationals
Duration: 12 months
Deadline: November 20, 2026
Description
The Ibrahim Leadership Fellowship provides exceptional African professionals with an opportunity to gain senior-level experience, develop leadership skills and contribute to policy and research within leading African and international institutions.
Benefits
- $100,000 stipend for 12 months
- Official mission travel and insurance
- Direct mentorship from senior institutional leaders
- Professional and leadership development
- Membership of the Now Generation Network (NGN)
Requirements
- African national
- Master’s degree
- Minimum 7 years’ relevant work experience
- Under 40 years (or under 45 for women with children)
- Meet additional host organisation requirements
Experience & Key Skills
Relevant professional experience, leadership potential, strong analytical and communication skills, and interest in African development and public policy.
Contact/Application: Contact: info@anchannel.com for assistance through the process or https://mo.ibrahim.foundation/fellowships
