African Leaders of Tomorrow (AlofT) Project 2019 for Young African Leaders

African Leaders of Tomorrow Project Invitation: Applications are currently ongoing for the African Leaders of Tomorrow (AlofT) Project for Young African Leaders. Interested students can see the details and apply if eligible.

African Leaders of Tomorrow (AlofT) Project Details and FAQs

The ALofT Project is a six-month programme, open to African citizens currently enrolled in a postgraduate degree at an African college or university. The Project is structured around a web-based curriculum, delivered via an e-learning platform, offering full-time students from across Africa an opportunity to participate in and benefit from the programme.

Could you be one of Africa’s future thought-leaders? If you’re a self-motivated, critically minded student who would like to play your part in African innovation, then the African Leaders of Tomorrow (AlofT) Project is something you may be interested in.

When is the application deadline?

31st December 2018

Which countries are eligible for the scholarship?

African countries

In which host country will the awardees be studying?

Online

What is the category of this opportunity?

Training

How do I know if I’m eligible for the scholarship?

Applicants must:

• Be African citizens
• Be proficient in written and spoken English
• Possess good writing and research skills, and analytical abilities
• Be enrolled in a postgraduate degree at an African-based college or university
• Have regular and reliable internet access
• Be able to commit to a minimum of 15 hours a week to the programme

How many scholarship awards are available?

10

What are the benefits of the award?

• These successful applicants will acquire research, writing, analytical and other important skills, and will have the
  opportunity to put these skills into practice and gain valuable work experience through collaboration with the IOA team on Africa-focused research projects.
• Please note that this involvement is unpaid.

What is the duration of the programme?

Six months

How to Apply for the African Leaders of Tomorrow (AlofT) Project

Go here to complete the application form and upload your CV online. Shortlisted candidates will be asked to answer additional questions via email and may be contacted for a telephonic interview.

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