Mandela Washington Fellowship

Organisation

Young African Leaders Initiative (YALI)

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Description

The Mandela Washington Fellowship for Young African Leaders, begun in 2014, is the flagship program of the Young African Leaders Initiative (YALI) that empowers young people through academic coursework, leadership training, and networking. The Fellowship will provide 700 outstanding young leaders from Sub-Saharan Africa with the opportunity to hone their skills at a U.S. college or university with support for professional development after they return home.

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Who Can Apply

The Fellows, who are between the ages of 25 and 35, have established records of accomplishment in promoting innovation and positive impact in their organizations, institutions, communities, and countries.

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Which Countries can Apply?

Botswana, Eswatini, Ghana, Kenya, Lesotho, Malawi, Mauritius, Namibia, Rwanda, South Africa, Uganda, Zambia, Zimbabwe

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Closing Date

11 October 2024

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Application Address

https://yali.state.gov/washington-fellowship/apply/