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Obama Foundation Leaders Africa Program (2027-2028 Cycle)

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Virtual, Africa-wide
Deadline
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A free, six-month values-based virtual leadership program with group sessions, peer community groups and individualized coaching, connecting participants to the 1,500+ Obama Leadership Network. The next cycle's application historically opens November-December.

Leaders Africa convenes exceptional leaders from public, civil society and private sectors to deepen ethical leadership skills through interactive plenaries, breakout work and monthly peer groups, each participant paired with a professional leadership coach. The program runs roughly September to May and requires abstaining from electoral campaigns during participation. There is no cost to participate. Ugandan health-sector leaders should monitor the official page and subscribe for notifications ahead of the next application window.

Eligibility

Leaders aged 24-45 who are citizens, permanent residents, or 5+ year residents of any African country including Uganda, with 3+ years relevant issue-area experience and professional English proficiency.

Key dates

Next application expected to open Nov-Dec 2026
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How to apply

Sign up for Obama Foundation emails; when the next application opens at obama.embark.com, complete eligibility questions, essays on your issue focus and impact, and submit before the stated deadline.

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