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Mandela Washington Fellowship for Young African Leaders

U.S. Department of State 🇺🇸 Multiple campuses, United States

AI summary: Six-week leadership institute in the United States for Africans aged 25–35, covering flights, accommodation, J-1 visa and a living allowance.

Salary / funding

Fully funded fellowship

Deadline

18 Sept 2026

Processing time

4 – 6 months

Education

Any

Experience

2+ years leadership

Difficulty

Competitive

About this opportunity

The flagship program of the Young African Leaders Initiative brings emerging leaders to US universities for academic coursework, leadership training and networking, followed by ongoing alumni support.

Requirements

Aged 25–35 at application
Citizen and resident of a Sub-Saharan African country
Record of leadership and public service

Responsibilities

Complete the six-week institute
Deliver a community impact project on return

Benefits

J-1 visa and travel
Accommodation and meals
Living stipend
Alumni funding opportunities

What's included

Visa sponsorship
Accommodation
Flights covered
Relocation support
Health insurance
Remote friendly

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