Obafemi Awolowo Foundation Future Leaders Fellowship 2026 for Africans, Caribbeans, & Africans in Diaspora

The Obafemi Awolowo Future Leaders Fellowship is an 8-week leadership programme organized by the Obafemi Awolowo Foundation. It targets emerging leaders from Africa, the Caribbean, and the global diaspora, aiming to develop ethical values, governance skills, and leadership capabilities through mentorship and collaborative learning. The fellowship provides leadership development training, personal effectiveness workshops, mentorship, networking, and a certification upon completion.

Leadership development training. Personal effectiveness workshops. Mentorship from experienced leaders. Collaborative learning and networking. Certification upon completion.

Applicants must be aged 20–35 years, be citizens of Africa, the Caribbean, or the African diaspora, and demonstrate strong leadership potential, integrity, and service orientation, with availability for the full programme duration.

Apply online via the fellowship portal: complete the application form, submit a personal statement, and provide details of two referees.