About the Fellowship
In line with African Youth Month 2026, The African Leadership Initiatives for Impact (ALII) is organizing the 1st Edition of the One Africa Young Leaders Fellowship, taking place from 1–8 November 2026 in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania.
Held under the theme “Bridging Intergenerational Leadership for One Africa's Shared Future,” the fellowship will bring together senior young leaders from across the continent for an immersive one-week residential platform focused on leadership, dialogue, knowledge exchange, networking and collaboration in shaping One Africa's shared future.
The fellowship seeks young Africans who are actively contributing to their communities, organizations, professions, businesses, movements or broader society and who demonstrate a strong commitment to leadership and One Africa's shared future.
Selected fellows will have the opportunity to engage with diverse African leaders and peers, exchange experiences and ideas across generations, explore emerging challenges and opportunities facing the continent, and build meaningful networks for continued collaboration beyond the fellowship.
We are looking for purpose-driven, innovative, community-minded and forward-looking young Africans who are ready not only to learn, but also to contribute their experiences, perspectives and ideas to a Pan-African leadership community.
Key Programme Information
- Programme
- One Africa Young Leaders Fellowship 2026
- Theme
- "Bridging Intergenerational Leadership for One Africa's Shared Future"
- Dates
- 1–8 November 2026
- Location
- Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
- Application Deadline
- 10 October 2026
- Selection
- Rolling basis
- Number of Fellows
- 60
Geographical Representation
Only 60 fellows will be selected on a rolling basis, with the following geographical representation:
- Southern Africa10
- Western Africa10
- Northern Africa10
- Central Africa10
- Eastern Africa10
- Tanzania10
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must:
- Be an African citizen aged between 15 and 35 years.
- Be a current leader in a senior management position of an institution, company or organization, or a representative of citizens in decision-making organs.
- Have demonstrated experience in contributing to or leading efforts towards a peaceful and prosperous society in their area.
- Demonstrate strong interest in One Africa's Shared Future.
Important: Self-Funded Programme
This is a self-funded programme. Selected fellows will be responsible for covering their own travel costs to and from Tanzania.
Participation Fee:
- Non-Tanzanian Participants — USD 400
- Tanzanian Participants — TZS 500,000
The participation fee is payable only after an applicant has been selected and must be paid two weeks before the programme.
The participation fee covers:
- All local transportation
- Meals
- 8 nights' accommodation
- Fellowship training
- Certificate of participation
- Tourism activities
- Airport pick-up and drop-off
NO PAYMENT IS REQUIRED DURING THE APPLICATION PROCESS.
Ready to Apply?
Are you ready to connect beyond borders, learn across generations, and contribute to shaping One Africa's shared future?
Do you want to proceed with applying to this programme?