United StatesOther2 days leftFully FundedMandela Washington Fellowship for Young African Leaders 2027 (Fully Funded, USA)
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The Mandela Washington Fellowship, the flagship programme of the U.S. Government’s Young African Leaders Initiative (YALI), brings young leaders from 49 Sub-Saharan African countries — including Sudan, Somalia, Mauritania, Djibouti and Comoros — to the United States for a six-week Leadership Institute at a U.S. university, with an optional four-week Professional Development Experience for up to 50 Fellows. The U.S. Government covers all programme costs: J-1 visa support, round-trip travel, housing and meals, and a limited accident and sickness plan; there is no application fee. Applicants must be 25–35 (exceptional 21–24-year-olds may be considered), citizens and residents of an eligible country. The 2027 deadline is 13 October 2026.
Funding Benefits & Coverage
4 BenefitsTravel and visa
Round-trip travel and J-1 visa support.
Housing and meals
Covered during the six-week institute.
Leadership Institute
Six weeks at a U.S. university, plus optional professional development.
Accident and sickness plan
Limited coverage during the programme.
Eligibility & Acceptance Criteria
3 CriteriaRequired Documents
3 DocsFrequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Key questions and answers regarding eligibility, documents, and application steps for 2026 / 2027.
Funding type: Fully Funded. Announced benefits: Travel and visa, Housing and meals, Leadership Institute, Accident and sickness plan.
Eligible levels: Other.
The latest deadline we have is October 13, 2026. Dates can differ by university or programme, so confirm on the official website.
Required documents: Online application at mandelawashingtonfellowship.org, Essays and CV, Passport or national ID.
Apply directly on the official website: https://www.mandelawashingtonfellowship.org/apply/. ForsaEdu does not receive applications or charge any fee.
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