Maendeleo Africa Opens Applications for 2025 - Cohort 5

We are excited to announce that applications for the Maendeleo Africa Program Cohort 5 are now open.


Maendeleo Africa is a youth-driven initiative committed to equipping changemakers with the skills, networks, and opportunities needed to drive sustainable development across Africa. Through this fellowship programme, we are on a mission to equip and connect the next generation of change makers in Africa. If you are an early-stage NGO founder, a passionate development practitioner, a volunteer driving social impact, or a social enterprise leader, this fellowship is built for you. And yes, its open to emerging leaders (age 18-35) from EVERY African Country.


Since its inception, the program has trained over 400 emerging leaders from across the continent, helping them create initiatives in education, health, agriculture, and governance. The 2025 cohort will continue this mission, empowering 100 changemakers to tackle local challenges through innovative solutions and contribute meaningfully to Africa’s development.



A Fellowship for Africa's Builders

You may not have all the answers yet but you are building something that matters. You want to show up every day to lead projects, influence communities, and push for change. Mandeleo Africa is here to equip you with the tools, networks, and strategic clarity you need to do it better and bolder.


Grow with a Pan-African Network

Fellows are selected from across the vontinent, creatong a space where collaboratiopn thrives beyond borders.


Go from Firefighting to Strategy

We know how overwhelming it can be to run programmes without support or structure. Maendeleo helps you step back and reimagine your approach on how to build systems, align values, think long-term and move with intention


Build Credibility and Confidence

Whether you;re seeking funding, pitching ideas, growing your team or advocatung for policy, you need clarity and confidence. Thropuygh this program, you will sharpen your story, your systems, and your voice.


What’s in it for you at the Maendeleo Africa Fellowship Program?

From hands-on leadership training to high-impact project execution, this fellowship is designed to equip you with the skills, network, and clarity you need to lead lasting change across Africa.

Benefits that could redefine your journey as a changemaker.




Africa's Next Changemakers are Gearing Up

Are you ready to join a dynamic community of bold, passionate, young leaders driving sustainabvle change across Africa?

Programme Timeline

The Maendeleo Africa Fellowship Program 2025 is a 8 e]week intensive virtual fellowship designed for changemakers, community builders, or passionate problem-solvers dedicated to transforming their communities

What to Expect
1. Advanced Leadership and Skills Development
2. High Impact Networking and COllaboration
3. Small-Scale Impact Projects and Internships

For more enquiries and partnerships: evolufyafrica@gmail.com


How to Apply

Are you an African youth or do you know anyone who should register? To register, simply submit your applications through our MAF portal here. Application Opens 7th April, 2025 and Application Deadline: Saturday, April 19, 2025.






Maendeleo Africa is on a mission to equip and connect the next generation of changemakers in Africa. If you are an early-stage NGO founder, a passionate development practitioner, a volunteer driving social impact, or a social enterprise leader, this fellowship is built for you. And yes, its open to emerging leaders (age 18-35) from EVERY African Country.

Maendeleo Africa is a youth-driven initiative committed to equipping changemakers with the skills, networks, and opportunities needed to drive sustainable development across Africa.

Since its inception, the program has trained over 400 emerging leaders from across the continent, helping them create initiatives in education, health, agriculture, and governance. The 2025 cohort will continue this mission, empowering 100 changemakers to tackle local challenges through innovative solutions and contribute meaningfully to Africa’s development.

Are you an African youth or do you know anyone who should register?
 

 

Are you ready to join a dynamic community of bold, passionate, young leaders driving sustainabvle change across Africa?

The MAendeleo Africa Fellowship Program 2025 is a 8 e]week intensive virtual fellowship designed for changemakers, community builders, or passionate problem-solvers dedicated to transforming their communities

What to Expect
1. Advanced Leadership and Skills Development
2. High Impact Networking and COllaboration
3. Small-Scale Impact Projects and Internships

For more enquiries and partnerships: evolufyafrica@gmail.com





Maendeleo Africa is a youth-driven initiative committed to equipping changemakers with the skills, networks, and opportunities needed to drive sustainable development across Africa. Through leadership training, capacity building, and collaboration, we empower young leaders working towards achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and creating home-grown solutions for Africa’s most pressing challenges.

The program provides hands-on learning in leadership, advocacy, fundraising, storytelling, team building, and project implementation. Fellows engage in Knowledge Sessions, Impact Conversations, Small Impact Projects, and Internships, all aimed at enhancing their ability to drive change.

Since its inception, the program has trained over 400 emerging leaders from across the continent, helping them create initiatives in education, health, agriculture, and governance. The 2025 cohort will continue this mission, empowering 100 changemakers to tackle local challenges through innovative solutions and contribute meaningfully to Africa’s development.

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must meet the following criteria:

1. African Descent | Age 18-35: We encourage individuals of African descent, aged 18 to 35, to apply and become catalysts for change on the continent.
 
2. Passionate about Social Action in Africa: We seek individuals who are genuinely committed to making a positive impact through social action in Africa.

3. Enthusiastic about Peer-Driven Innovative Projects: The fellowship values enthusiasm for collaborative and innovative projects, driven by the power of peer learning and collaboration.

4. Able to Commit 5 Hours Weekly: Successful applicants should be prepared to dedicate a minimum of 5 hours per week to fully engage with the fellowship's learning, discussions, and projects.

Disclaimer on AI Usage

We recognize the increasing role of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in content creation. However, we strongly encourage applicants to submit authentic responses that reflect their personal experiences, insights, and aspirations. AI-generated responses should not form the basis of your application. Applications that appear to rely heavily on AI-generated content may be disqualified.
 

 

The Maendeleo Africa Fellowship seeks to train youth who are passionate about making positive changes on the African Continent. 


The fellowship brings together NGO Founders, Volunteers, and Leaders across the SDG.

As a participant you will be taken on a  journey of self-discovery, skill acquisition, leadership development, emotional intelligence, and purpose definition that helps you  become intricately and extensively better at what you do as a changemaker. 

a platform for delivering "ground up"​ development in Africa.

Maendeleo Africa’s mission is to develop a single implementation process model for Africa that will take a bottom-up and social entrepreneurship approach. Its intention is to create value as well as strengthen and accelerate the implementation process of the objectives of Evolufy Africa. We intend to create and sustain social value, pursue opportunities to serve this mission, while continuously adapting and learning.

The fellowship will also serve as a platform for networking and collaboration - tools that are indispensable in affecting sustainable continental and global change. Is this something you are interested in?

Interested participants in the Maendeleo Africa Fellowship (MAF) are advised to hurry now and apply via this link. All selected applicants will be duly contacted after the deadline

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