LéO Africa Institute Young and Emerging Leaders Project (YELP) 2026

Deadline: Unspecified

Applications are invited for the Young and Emerging Leaders Project (YELP) 2026. The Young and Emerging Leaders Project (YELP) is a fellowship program of the LéO Africa Institute that inducts young thought leaders into a fellowship program of six months. The fellowship brings together young, dynamic and influential thought leaders from East Africa to train and orient them for leadership focused on shaping the next generation of leaders in East Africa.

The fellowship is structured around three core seminars that focus on three key areas: Values, Ethics & Philosophy of Leadership; Political Economy & Development; and Media, Art & Technology. Through these seminars, fellows engage in discussions about leadership, politics, economics, media and the arts.

Program Pillars

• Leadership Development: Cultivating ethical, innovative, and effective leadership skills through structured seminars and mentorship.
• Innovation: Fostering creative solutions to Africa’s most pressing challenges through collaborative learning.
• Impact: Creating lasting positive change across the African continent through values-based leadership.

Eligibility

They are looking for young leaders who are committed to Africa’s development and ready to make an impact.

• Age: 18-35 years old
• Leadership: Demonstrated leadership in their respective fields
• Commitment: Dedicated to Africa’s development
• Location: Based in East Africa
• Availability: Available to attend all three seminars

Application

Click here to apply

For more information, visit YELP.