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Applications Open for the Mandela Washington Fellowship: A Fully Funded Opportunity for Young African Leaders
The Mandela Washington Fellowship for Young African Leaders, the flagship program of the U.S. Government’s Young African Leaders Initiative (YALI), is once again inviting applications. Photo Credit: Mandela Washington Institute
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Mastercard Foundation Scholarships 2026 for Africans: How to Apply
The Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program is one of the largest and most impactful scholarship initiatives focused on Africa. It supports academically talented young people particularly those facing financial, social, or other barriers who show strong leadership potential and a commitment to giving back to their communities and the continent. Photo Credit: MasterCard Foundation
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Japan – Africa Youth Program 2026 for African Animation Professionals (Fully Funded Japan Visit)
the Japan-Africa Youth Program is an international exchange initiative promoted by Japan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs and implemented by JICE (under commission from the African Union Commission).
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UN Youth Townhall 2026 in Germany (Fully Funded) 1000 Seats
The Townhall will bring together more than 1,000 participants, including young leaders, youth-led organizations, governments, UN representatives, civil society, entrepreneurs, researchers and private-sector representatives. Young people, organizations, institutions and partners from around the world.
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Applications are now open for the Nigeria Digital Training Academy (DTA) 2026
The DTA is a government-backed initiative run by the Federal Ministry of Education in partnership with Coursera (and Pluralsight). It provides 32,000 free learning licences to equip Nigerians with world-class digital skills.
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Applications Open for Ideation Hub Africa Masterclass Series 6.0 – How to Apply
Applications are now open for the Ideation Hub Africa (IHA) African Masterclass Series 6.0. If you are a changemaker, social innovator, or NGO leader ready to turn your bold idea into real, scalable impact, this is the opportunity you have been waiting for.
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Call for Applications: World Bank GovTech AI Bootcamp 2026 (Fully Funded Training)
The World Bank, in partnership with the Republic of Korea’s Ministry of the Interior and Safety (MOIS) and the National Information Society Agency (NIA), has opened applications for the GovTech Bootcamp for AI in Governance and Public Administration. Photo Credit: World Bank GovTech AI Bootcamp
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Applications Open for the Bosun Tijani Foundation Gen AI Fellowship Cohort 2 (Fully Funded)
Sponsored by the Bosun Tijani Foundation, this 6-month intensive program is designed to equip participants with cutting-edge AI skills through hands-on training.
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Applications open for MasterCard 2027 Internship Program (Fully Funded)
Mastercard 2027 Internship Program is designed for individuals currently enrolled in and pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree (or equivalent), and set to complete their academics the following year. Mastercard 2027 Internship Program is where you will acquire real-world skills, contribute to impactful projects, engage in volunteering, and be immersed in a culture that celebrates…
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Applications Open for UN Africa–Japan Innovation Programme for Youth and Women in Africa (Fully Funded)
UNITAR Innovation Programme is Supported by the Government and People of Japan, the initiative seeks to foster stronger Africa–Japan partnerships while equipping participants to develop scalable, investment-ready solutions that address pressing social and economic challenges.
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African Union CIEFFA 2026 Online Capacity Building Training in Digital Skills, STEAM, Financial Literacy, and Entrepreneurship
Organized by the African Union International Centre for Girls’ and Women’s Education in Africa (AU CIEFFA) in partnership with ImpactHER, this fully funded 2016 online program empowers participants with gender-responsive, cutting-edge training.
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Application Open for UN Youth Leadership Program (Fully Funded)
Program Flyer for the Second cohort of the UN Food Systems Youth Leadership Programme (YLP), a global initiative led by the UN Food Systems Coordination Hub and supported by the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ)
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