Young and Emerging Leaders Project Fellowship Program 2026

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Call for The Young and Emerging Leaders Project (YELP) Fellowship Program 2026 !!! Apply now !!

The Young and Emerging Leaders Project (YELP) is a six-month fellowship program training young, dynamic, and influential thought leaders from East Africa. The fellowship brings 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.

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Through a series of intensive seminars and discussions, the program focuses on developing ethical leadership, critical thinking, and a deep understanding of political, economic, and social systems shaping the continent. Participants engage with influential leaders, expand their networks, and reflect on their personal values and purpose, ultimately preparing them to take on impactful roles in their communities and beyond. YELP emphasizes not just professional success but meaningful contribution and long-term societal change.

Over the years, YELP has created a growing community of fellows across multiple African countries—more than 90+ leaders from different sectors like media, business, public service, and civil society.

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The LéO Africa Institute is an independent organization cultivating a new generation of transformational leaders across the African continent. Founded in 2012, the LéO Africa Institute — Swahili for “Today’s Africa”—is an organization dedicated to cultivating a new generation of transformational leaders who catalyze positive, lasting change across the continent. Through its work, the Institute is building a critical mass of individuals committed to transforming lives, strengthening institutions, and uplifting communities from within. The LéO Africa Institute is guided by a committed Board of Directors, powered by a dedicated Secretariat, and enriched by a distinguished Faculty—together driving the Institute’s mission to cultivate transformational leaders across the continent.