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AFRICAN SOCIAL INNOVATION FELLOWSHIP

Application Deadline: 4 August, 2024

LOCATION: Multiple Regions

DO Take Action and DEAL Capital are excited to announce the launch of the African Social Innovation Fellowship (ASIF), a transformative opportunity for young leaders across Sub-Saharan Africa. This fellowship program equips fellows with the knowledge, opportunities, resources, and network needed to lead a successful career, access opportunities, become a global leader in their field, and most importantly, shape the future of their community, country, Africa, and the world.

ELIGIBILITY:

You are a leader or interested in becoming a Leader. You want to be a force for good and change in your Community or Nation.

Your want to Improve your economic condition, access local and global job or internship opportunities or want to build a stable career.

You have a desire to become an influential figure and a powerful force in your industry or sector in the near future.

You want to access and leverage local and global opportunities and networks such as Scholarships, conferences etc.

BENEFIT:

Project Funding: Selected fellows will have access to funding opportunities to support their community projects or social enterprises.

Global Exposure: Opportunities for international travel and participation in conferences and events.

Networking Opportunities: Connect with a diverse network of global leaders and changemakers committed to social and economic development in Africa and the African Diaspora.

Mentorship and Support: Receive personalized coaching and mentorship from experienced leaders, renowned personalities, and distinguished change agents from both Africa and the diaspora.

Comprehensive Training: Access to professional development and leadership training tailored to foster personal growth and career enhancement.

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WORLD BANK GROUP AFRICA FELLOWSHIP PROGRAM

Application Deadline: August 25 (11:50pm ET)

LOCATION: USA

The Africa region of the World Bank Group (WBG) has opened the application period for the 2025 WBG Africa Fellowship Program for Ph.D. candidates and recent Ph.D. graduates who are Sub-Saharan Africa nationals. Women are especially encouraged to apply. Through the fellowship, we aim to build the capacity of the next generation of African change makers in development research, policymaking and promote the goals of reducing poverty in the region.  

ELIGIBILITY:

To be considered you must be a Ph.D. candidate or recent graduate (within three years of Ph.D. completion) from Sub-Saharan Africa.

Be a recent Ph.D. graduate (within three years of completion) or be enrolled in the last year of the Ph.D. program.

Have an excellent command of English, both written and verbal.

Possess strong quantitative and analytical skills.

Be 32 or under the age of 32 by January 2025.

BENEFIT:

Fellows are eligible to receive consultant fees and round-trip economy-class air travel to Washington, D.C. or a WBG country office.

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