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LéO Africa Institute is a pan-African leadership development institute nurturing ethical, entrepreneurial leaders for the continent's transformation.
Applications Open
Lead. Serve. Tell Africa's Story.
We are inviting applications to our three flagship fellowships designed to develop Africa's next generation of ethical leaders, thought leaders, and storytellers. #Leadership #AfricaChampions #PublicService
CALL FOR
APPLICATIONS
Are you a young and emerging leader (21 - 35), driving change in your field: creative, private or public sector and in your community?
Leaders Project today.
2026
CALL FOR
APPLICATIONS
Are you a passionate young & emerging leader (22 - 35) committed to leadership, public service, politics, governance, and community development in Uganda?
Class of 2026 today.
2026
Griots
Fellowship
2026
Call for
Applications.
Are you a young, passionate (25 - 35) African thinker and storyteller?
Class of 2026.
2026
@LeoAfricaInst
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Our Leadership Ecosystem
A Growing Continental Network of Transformative Leaders.
A Community of Transformational Leaders
The Africa Champions Network is the Institute's highest circle of leadership — a pan-African community of distinguished change-makers committed to moving from success to significance and shaping Africa's next great chapter.
Pathways to Join the Network
Alumni Circle
→Distinguished fellows recommitting to mentorship, contribution, and network expansion.
Alliance Circle
→Strategic allies mobilizing resources and advocacy for the Institute's growth.
Faculty Members
→Architects of transformation shaping curriculum, instruction, and mentorship.
Guardians of Vision
→Guardians of vision providing governance, oversight, and strategic direction.
Who is an Africa Champion?
- Continental and Global in Ambition
- Distinguished in Their Fields
- Connectors and Multipliers
Opportunities
- Leaders across 10 different countries
- Cross-sector collaboration
- Access to convenings & leadership dialogues
- Ongoing workshops and mentorship
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Stories of Impact & Transformation
In-depth narratives of leaders shaped by the LéO Africa network.
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