Elevate Africa Fellowship 2025 for Young Professionals

The Elevate Africa Fellowship is a prestigious mid-career leadership program designed to empower and support professionals across Africa who have demonstrated a sustained commitment to driving positive change in their communities, industries, and the continent at large. Aimed at leaders with at least 10-15 years of experience, the fellowship offers a platform for Africa’s brightest minds to refine their leadership capabilities and amplify their contributions to Africa’s development.

This fellowship seeks individuals who have made a tangible difference in their sectors, whether in business, government, civil society, arts, media, academia, technology or other critical areas. It is focused on professionals who not only lead but who have a deep passion for influencing Africa’s narrative, solving its challenges, and driving transformational change across diverse communities and industries.

The Elevate Africa Fellowship is rooted in the belief that African leaders are best positioned to address the continent’s unique challenges through collaborative leadership, innovation, and community engagement. The program provides fellows with the tools, knowledge, and network to accelerate their leadership journey and drive inspiring narratives- fostering transformative action that leads to enduring solutions.

Fellowship Structure of Elevate Africa Fellowship

The Elevate Africa Fellowship offers a multifaceted learning experience designed to elevate leadership capacity and foster collaboration. The program is structured around the following key components:

• Learning Workshops and Sessions: Engage in immersive, culturally-relevant, hands-on workshops led by experienced African leaders. These modules and sessions are focused on three pillars: leadership development, catalytic innovations, and narrative transformation within an African context. Expect instructor-led sessions along with peer-led case reviews and exclusive fireside conversations with experts, African royalties, and global leaders.
• Peer Learning and Networking: Fellows benefit from deep peer-to-peer and intergenerational interactions, sharing diverse perspectives and solutions. This creates a collaborative environment where fellows can learn from each other and build lasting relationships across sectors. Fellows have the exclusive opportunity of being exposed to captains of industries, global leaders, and of course His Royal Majesty, Ogiame Atuwatse III CFR and Her Royal Majesty, Olori Atuwatse III.
• Capstone Leadership Projects: Each fellow undertakes a high-impact project of their choosing, designed to tackle a significant challenge within their sector or community. These projects are monitored and reviewed to ensure real-world applicability and impact, as well as their potential to elevate the narratives focused on Africa.
• Mentorship and Coaching: Personalized mentorship and coaching sessions provide tailored guidance, helping fellows refine their leadership style and accelerate their personal and professional growth.
• Alumni Engagement: Upon completion of the fellowship, fellows join an exclusive network of African leaders, gaining continued access to resources, collaboration opportunities, and platforms for thought leadership.

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Eligibility for Elevate Africa Fellowship

• Ideal fellows will be mid-career professionals aged between 25-45 with 10-15 years experience in their respective fields and a solid track record of leadership and excellence. We are open to any sectors and are flexible with the age and years of experience, so far you have a track-record of growth, impact, and excellence;
• Must be of African descent. You can be resident outside of Africa, but demonstrate commitment to the continent;
• Demonstrated leadership in professional or community settings, with a clear track record of making a positive impact. Your conviction, identity, values, and passions exemplify transformative leadership;
• Demonstrated dedication to social change and community development, showcasing a passion for improving the lives of others. You are a strong advocate in a connected and collaborative Africa;
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and a willingness to learn and adapt in a dynamic environment. You demonstrate an ability to think in systems and dream big;
• Candidates should exhibit a desire to grow as leaders and contribute to their communities and sectors through the fellowship experience;
• Potential candidates are able to demonstrate how they contribute to influencing, shaping, and promoting the positive narratives about the continent.

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