The Obama Foundation Leaders Africa Program is now open for applications from qualified and passionate individuals across the African continent. This competitive six-month, non-residential virtual leadership training program brings together 35 emerging leaders who are driving positive change in their communities. The program focuses on nurturing individuals who demonstrate strong leadership capacity, clear issue-driven work, and a proven track record of impact within the public, private, or civil society sectors.
Summary of the Program
- Program Sponsor: Obama Foundation
- Program Type: Leadership Development Program
- Training Format: Fully virtual (online)
- Program Duration: 6 months
- Number of Participants: Several
- Academic/Professional Background: Not specifically required
- Eligible Applicants: Citizens and residents of African countries
- Application Deadline: February 9
Program Overview
The Obama Foundation Leaders Africa Program aims to identify and empower influential leaders across Africa who are committed to solving critical challenges in their communities. Participants gain access to world-class leadership coaching, peer learning, values-based training, and strategic development tools to strengthen their impact and scale their initiatives.
Eligibility Criteria
To qualify for the Obama Foundation Leaders Africa Program, applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Applicants must be residents of any African country or territory.
- Candidates must have a minimum of three years of experience working in their field or sector.
- Applicants must be between 24 and 45 years old as of August 26, 2025.
- Strong proficiency in spoken and written English is required.
- Participants must be fully committed to completing the six-month virtual leadership program.
Application Process
Interested applicants must complete and submit the online application form before the deadline. The Obama Foundation conducts a thorough review of each submission and may request additional verification to confirm the details provided. Finalists could be invited for virtual interviews during the selection process.
Official selection decisions are expected to be released around July and August 2025.