Archbishop Tutu Leadership Fellowship

The Archbishop Tutu Leadership Fellowship is a prestigious leadership development programme initiated by the African Leadership Institute (AFLI) to identify and develop high-potential African leaders aged 30–39. Approximately 25 fellows are selected each year through a competitive process from across Africa to participate in leadership learning activities, build professional networks, and develop capabilities to contribute to Africa’s transformation. The fellowship is highly selective and expects nominees to demonstrate leadership potential across sectors including government, business, civil society, education, health, and more.

Leadership learning activities, strengthened strategic insight, increased personal confidence, expanded professional networks, access to a transformative alumni network across Africa.

Africans aged 30–39 with leadership potential across diverse sectors; nominees must be put forward by someone else and go through a screening before a full application.

Nomination by a third party followed by screening; eligible nominees are invited to complete the full fellowship application.