The Dalai Lama Fellows 2027 is a year-long leadership fellowship for young changemakers from around the world who are working on, or have well-developed plans for, a social change project. The programme seeks 15–20 Fellows for the 2027 cohort. It focuses on personal transformation, contemplative leadership and social innovation, helping young leaders strengthen their ability…
The Mo Ibrahim Foundation Leadership Fellowship 2027 is a 12-month professional fellowship designed to identify, develop and mentor the next generation of outstanding African leaders. The programme gives three African professionals the opportunity to work at senior levels within three major African and international institutions: Each Fellow receives an annual stipend of US$100,000. During the…
The Ekiti State Government, through the Ekiti State at 30 Anniversary Planning Committee, has announced the Ekiti State at 30 Youth Essay Competition 2026 as part of activities marking the 30th anniversary of the creation of Ekiti State. The competition invites young Ekiti indigenes to share their vision for the future of the state and…
The Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA) is sponsoring the 2026 World Maritime Day Essay Competition, organised by SAMUELSON, to commemorate World Maritime Day and encourage young Nigerians to engage with important issues affecting the maritime sector. The competition is open to Year 1 and Year 2 students of tertiary institutions in Nigeria, including…
Young people from around the world can apply for the Geneva Youth Travel Grant 2026 to attend the First International Conference of the Global Framework on Chemicals (GFC IC-1) in Geneva, Switzerland. The opportunity is coordinated by the Chemicals and Waste Youth Platform (CWYP) and will support youth participation in international discussions on chemicals and…
Applications are now open for the African Philanthropy Media Fellowship (APMF) Cohort 2, a six-week virtual programme designed to equip emerging African journalists, storytellers, content creators and media practitioners with the skills, knowledge and networks needed to report on African philanthropy and development. The fellowship focuses on telling authentic, impact-driven African stories that highlight local…
The Kectil Program 2027 is inviting applications from young leaders, innovators, entrepreneurs and changemakers living in developing countries. The programme is a merit-based global leadership platform designed to develop ethical leadership, social entrepreneurship, grassroots innovation and community impact. It connects talented young people with learning opportunities, mentorship, international collaboration and a global network of peers….
The LeadGreen Fellowship 2026 is inviting applications from young Africans who are passionate about environmental sustainability, climate action and community development. The fellowship is designed to equip emerging environmental changemakers with practical green skills, mentorship, leadership experience and a network of peers working towards a more sustainable Africa. The programme is free to participate in…
Applications are open for Growth Beyond Grades Cohort 2, the RISE Future of Work Fellowship by the Reboot Wellbeing and Empowerment Foundation (R-WEF). This is an eight-week virtual fellowship designed for university students and recent graduates across Africa to build practical skills, career clarity, wellbeing, and readiness for the future of work. What Will Fellows…
Are you an African founder or researcher building an ambitious AI solution for a major challenge facing the continent? The Google Africa Applied AI Lab 2026 is now accepting applications from full-time founders and top researchers who want to become startup founders. The programme provides selected teams with access to Google AI technologies, technical mentorship,…
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