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Who can apply

Three different things not to mix up: the country where you study, your nationality and the country where you live when you apply.

Country of study
Côte d’Ivoire, Ethiopia and Switzerland
Accepted nationalities
All African countries
Degree already heldRequired
Master’s
Target level
Researcher
Fields of study
All fields
Work experience
Minimum 7 years of relevant work experience
Other conditions
  • Under the age of 40; or 45 for women with children.RequiredOrganisation’s wording: under the age of 40; or 45 for women with children

The real funding

What the opportunity pays, what is left for you to pay and the money to plan before leaving.

Length of the funding
12 months

Dates

Applications close
20 November 2026

Application steps

In the order set by the programme. Open a step to see the details.

  1. Step 1: Apply to the African Development Bank (AfDB) for the 2027 Ibrahim Leadership Fellowship, using the link for details and to apply
    With whom
    You (the applicant)
    By when
    20 November 2026 — 20 November 2026
  2. Step 2: Apply to the International Trade Centre (ITC) for the 2027 Ibrahim Leadership Fellowship, using the link for details and to apply
    With whom
    You (the applicant)
    By when
    20 November 2026 — 20 November 2026
  3. Step 3: Apply to the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (UNECA) for the 2027 Ibrahim Leadership Fellowship, using the application details link
    With whom
    You (the applicant)
    By when
    20 November 2026 — 20 November 2026

Where to apply

Mo Ibrahim Foundation (opens in a new tab) · Ibrahim Leadership Fellowships

Official title (in English): The Ibrahim Leadership Fellowships

Edition 2027 · Verified on 31 October 2026

Apply on the official website (opens in a new tab)

Official website of Mo Ibrahim Foundation: mo.ibrahim.foundation

Prepare your departure

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