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Deadline: February 8, 2026
The Elevate Africa Fellowship 2026 (Cohort II) is an influential professional development programme designed to support mid-career professionals across Africa who are driving impact in leadership, governance, innovation, and socio-economic development. The fellowship brings together a diverse cohort of changemakers from the public, private, and civic sectors to deepen their strategic capabilities, expand their networks, and gain practical insights to scale impact in their communities and organisations. Over the fellowship period, participants engage in tailored learning experiences, strategic mentorship, and peer exchange to strengthen their leadership, collaboration, and policy implementation skills.
Benefits
Participants in the Elevate Africa Fellowship 2026 receive a range of benefits that enhance professional growth and regional influence, including:
- Structured leadership development training focused on strategy, systems thinking, ethical governance, and adaptive leadership.
- Mentorship and coaching from seasoned African and global leaders.
- Practical workshops on negotiation, project design, resource mobilisation, and institutional leadership.
- Access to a pan-African network of fellows, alumni, and partners across sectors.
- Opportunities to present and refine key projects or initiatives before policymakers and sector leaders.
- Enhanced visibility and credibility as a regional thought leader and change agent.
- Participation in forums, roundtables, and collaborative labs addressing pressing continental challenges.
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Eligibility Criteria
To qualify for the Elevate Africa Fellowship 2026, applicants typically must:
- Be mid-career professionals with substantial work experience (usually 5–15 years).
- Be citizens of an African country and actively engaged in leadership roles or impactful projects.
- Demonstrate a strong track record of professional achievement and community impact.
- Show commitment to growing leadership capacity and contributing to Africa’s development agenda.
- Exhibit strong communication, critical thinking, and team collaboration skills.
- Have the ability to commit to the full fellowship timeline and participate in all core activities.
Application process and documents required
Applying to the Elevate Africa Fellowship 2026 typically involves the following steps:
- Online application form with personal, professional, and organisational details.
- A curriculum vitae (CV) detailing work history, achievements, and leadership roles.
- A statement of motivation expressing why the applicant seeks the fellowship, key growth goals, and proposed impact areas.
- A leadership or project concept note outlining a real challenge and a proposed strategy for addressing it.
- Letters of recommendation from supervisors, sector partners, or professional mentors.
Shortlisted candidates may be invited to a virtual interview or assessment to explore leadership vision and fit for cohort dynamics.
