The Ibrahim Leadership Fellowships are a 12-month programme designed to support the professional development of future African leaders. The Fellowship programme invites emerging leaders from across Africa to apply to join the 2025 cohort of MIF Fellows and make the most of this opportunity.
The Ibrahim Leadership Fellowship is a flagship initiative of the Mo Ibrahim Foundation that equips Fellows with technical and leadership skills and enables them to contribute directly to research and policy design at their host institutions. Past MIF Fellows come from a wide range of backgrounds, including research and advisory work in economics, trade, development, peace studies and conflict resolution. The programme aims to drive positive change and ignite innovation across Africa by providing the next generation of African leaders with practical work experience at renowned international institutions.
Benefits
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
Requirements
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
Method of Application
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Application Deadline: November 20, 2024.