EAC Youth Fellowship 2026 for emerging East African Leaders
About this opportunity
Fully funded fellowship for East African youth to engage and empower emerging leaders; applications open for 2026 cohort.
The EAC Youth Fellowship is a fully funded initiative aimed at empowering young leaders in the East African Community (EAC). It combines mentorship, capacity-building, and networking to foster regional cooperation and leadership development among eligible East African youth aged 18–35. The programme blends online and in-person training, with physical sessions held at MS TCDC in Arusha, Tanzania, over a 6-week total duration (4 weeks online + 2 weeks in-person).
What it offers
The fellowship provides mentorship, leadership workshops, policy training, and access to a regional professional network. Fellows may also receive a stipend or allowances for expenses during the fellowship period.
Who can apply
The fellowship is open to East African citizens aged 18–35 with a minimum Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent). Strong leadership potential, experience in regional integration, business, or economic governance, and alignment with EAC objectives are highly valued.
How to apply
Applications are submitted via the youlead.africa portal. Required documents include:
- A comprehensive resume detailing education, work experience, leadership roles, and achievements.
- A cover letter explaining interest in regional integration, EAC objectives, and motivation to contribute.
Good to know
- The fellowship is fully funded, but exact stipend details will be disclosed to selected participants.
- The programme is blended (online + in-person) with sessions in Tanzania.
Key details
What you get
- Mentorship from experienced professionals
- Leadership workshops and training sessions
- Access to a regional professional network
- Policy understanding and regional integration seminars
- Potential stipend/allowances for expenses
Documents needed
- Resume outlining educational background, work experience, leadership roles, and achievements
- Cover letter detailing interest in regional integration, EAC objectives, and motivation to contribute
How to apply
- Submit application via the [youlead.africa portal](https://portal.youlead.africa)
- Answer questions in the portal
- Upload required documents: resume and cover letter
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