Applications are open for the 2027 Ibrahim Leadership Fellowships, with a deadline of November 20, 2026. The Mo Ibrahim Foundation programme places three emerging African leaders for 12 months in the executive offices of major international institutions.
Where fellows work
Fellowship placements are offered at the African Development Bank in Abidjan, the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa in Addis Ababa and the International Trade Centre in Geneva. Fellows contribute to policy and research while learning directly from institutional leaders.
Eligibility
- Be a national of an African country.
- Have at least seven years of relevant work experience.
- Hold a master’s degree.
- Be under 40 years of age, or under 45 for women with children.
- Meet any additional host-specific requirements.
Deadline: November 20, 2026. Applications are handled through the respective host institutions; review each position’s specific requirements before submitting.
Official fellowships and application links | Foundation announcement.
Verified November 4, 2026. This is a leadership fellowship, not a general university scholarship.
